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Aeronautical Engineer Sr, Conceptual Design - Level 3

Lockheed Martin, Fort Worth, TX, United States


Description
You will be the Aeronautical Engineer, Conceptual Design Senior for the Conceptual Design team which is responsible for advancing innovative aircraft concepts.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Aeronautical Engineer, Conceptual Design you will be responsible for shaping the technical direction of Lockheed Martin Aeronautics’ Conceptual Design effort, mentoring peers, and ensuring rigorous standards across programs.

Your responsibilities will include

Develop, implement, and execute technical standards and associated processes for conceptual design.

Partner with deployed Conceptual Designers to deliver high‑quality support on programs.

Mentor and grow the next generation of Conceptual Design technical leaders.

Collaborate across sites to align design strategies with program objectives.

Ensure compliance with all aircraft design competencies and regulatory requirements.

What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. 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.

Who You Are
You are a collaborative technical leader with deep expertise in aircraft design, a proven track record of mentorship, and the ability to influence cross‑functional teams. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, value integrity, and are driven to solve complex challenges that keep people safe.

Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Location
This position can be based in either Fort Worth, TX, Palmdale, CA or Marietta, GA

Basic Qualifications

Engineering degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical discipline from an accredited university.

Experience participating on design teams for aerospace applications.

Full proficiency in one or more CAD systems such as Catia V5, 3DX, SolidWorks, NX, or similar (Catia V5 or 3DX preferred).

Prior experience with aircraft sizing and synthesis, and/or aircraft configuration design.

Experience delivering technical presentations and/or writing technical reports.

Desired Skills

Experience lofting aircraft outer mold lines (OMLs) and/or flowpaths (IMLs) in support of high fidelity discipline analysis.

Experience developing internal aircraft packaging models and inboard layouts.

Experience executing conceptual trades such as engine selection, planform selection, control effector layout, landing gear layout, etc.

Experience creating and utilizing Multidisciplinary Design, Analysis, and Optimization (MDAO) models.

Experience producing design space visualizations such as carpet plots, pareto fronts, and other graphics.

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
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Pay Rate (General Areas)
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $85,500 - $150,765. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

Pay Rate (Major Metropolitan Areas)
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $98,300 - $170,315. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

This position is incentive plan eligible.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Application Window
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.

Company Overview
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.

Application Invitation
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
Experienced Professional

Business Unit
AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available
Possible

Career Area
Aeronautical Engineering

Type
Full‑Time

Shift
First

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