Materials and Processes Engineer Sr.

Materials & Processes Engineer

You will be the Materials & Processes Engineer for the Advanced Structures & Systems team. Our team pioneers the development and implementation of cutting edge materials, surface treatments, and fabrication processes that enable high performance aerospace structures across major production programs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Materials & Processes Engineer you will be responsible for driving material through production. You'll apply chemistry, physics, and material behavior expertise to create robust specifications, fabrication methods, and assembly processes while partnering closely with product development, analysis, and production operations. Your responsibilities will include :

• Developing and optimizing materials and surface treatment solutions for engineering applications.
• Performing failure analyses, life prediction modeling, and material property development to support reliability goals.
• Authoring clear technical documentation and contributing data packages for design reviews and customer deliverables.
• Collaborating with cross functional teams-including product development, analysis groups, and production - to translate requirements into manufacturable solutions.
• Generating and releasing engineering drawings and related documentation using Windchill and other PLM tools.
• Supporting test planning, execution, and results interpretation to validate material performance.
• Mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practices across the organization.

Why Join Us

Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. You are a collaborative, ambitious engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges in a fast paced, innovative environment. In this senior level role you will have the freedom to shape material strategies that directly impact cutting edge aerospace programs, work alongside world class subject matter experts, and see your ideas move from the lab to the flight line. If you are a motivated, creative problem solver who values teamwork, continuous learning, and the excitement of pushing aerospace technology forward, we want you on our team. Apply today and help define the next generation of aerospace materials. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (preferably in Material Science or Materials Engineering), or equivalent experience / combined education. Familiarity and a strong background in material manufacturing processes, material testing processes and procedures. Candidate MUST have the ability to travel and be willing to work off-sight as needed for assignments.

Desired Skills

Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering / Science. Experience with Materials and Processess associated with electronics assemblies and components. Experience working with full assemblies as well as subassemblies, down to components level. Experience supporting failure review boards and working towards corrective action. Familiarity with programs at MFC or experience working with US Govt DOD customers. Familiarity with evaluating and developing material and specifications. Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills. Candidate must be capable of performing in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and team environment. Candidate must have strong analytical and organizational skills. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills for generating M&P support documentation, material plans, material and process reports, and potential proposals are necessary. Familiarity with reading and interpreting blueprints, machine drawings, 2-D drawings, CAD drawings and material callouts and / or material processing note.

Security Clearance Statement

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level : Secret.

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.