Mechanical Designer

Job ID: 716449BR Date posted: Mar. 25, 2026
Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

The designer will work closely with engineers to provide component or portions of system designs of Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE), including handling, lifting, test, assembly and transportation of mechanical, and electrical components. The selected candidate will be responsible for engineering documentation, drawing/Computer Aided Design (CAD) maintenance and verification, and support of cross-discipline product development. Responsibilities include:

- Use Creo to develop plans, drawings, models, revise and initiate formats for parts, assemblies, and installation engineering CAD files which are usable in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software packages.

- Create new parts, drawings, BOMs, assemblies, simplified reps, shrinkwraps

- Support team members with design knowledge

- Complete layout drawings prepared by others in accordance with standard engineering drafting practices (ASME Y14.5)

- Prepare complete production detail drawings

- Completes design modifications to improve quality of product or facilitate manufacturing operations

The ideal candidate will have good communications skills (both oral and written) and a background in Design processes.
Basic Qualifications:
- Experience with ProE/Creo or other Computer Aided Design (CAD) 3D modeling, drafting and release (Creo, I-Deas, Solid Works, etc.)

- Competent at handling multiple customers, tasks, and projects simultaneously

- US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Desired Skills:
- Proficiency with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

- Working knowledge of industrial standards and federal regulations including ANSI, OSHA, and AWS (including AWS weld symbology)

- Familiar with the development of Special Tooling (ST) / Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) used for the manufacture, integration, test, transport, and handling of spacecraft and associated critical hardware

- Demonstrated commitment to development and deployment of productivity / performance improvements and leveraging new technologies

- Zuken experience and/or cabling and packaging experience for ground support equipment

- Exhibit strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First