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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire control is looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to support the F35 EOTS sensor program in Orlando, FL.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the creation, coordination, and release of mechanical design artifacts that feed into the F35 EOTS Program. You will work side by side with other engineers, production planners, and the global supply chain to address production delays, yield issues and failure investigations to support the continued success of the program.

Your responsibilities will include:

Generate CAD files and release engineering documentation (drawings, BOMs, assembly parts lists) for fabrication and procurement.

Perform tolerance stack up and fit analyses to ensure manufacturability and reliability of mechanical components.

Conduct design reviews, incorporate feedback, and secure formal engineering release approvals.

Building BOMs, creating parts, assemblies, and design documentation within CREO and Windchill.

Performing design trade studies to evaluate cost, weight, performance, and structural/thermal benefits

Coordinating the IPT team, suppliers, GSC, electronic packaging, optics, and structural/thermal/material analysts to ensure design excellence, including occasional travel for site visits.

Basic Qualifications

B.S in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.

Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing in accordance with ASME Y14.5.

Proficient in Computer Aided Design (PTC CREO preferred).

Experience generating engineering drawings, documents, parts lists and specifications.

Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Desired Skills

Opto-Mechanical Design Experience

Hands‑on experience with machining, rapid prototyping, or lab equipment (CNC, 3‑D printers, test rigs).

Experience with Model-Based Definition (MBD).

Have the ability to lead investigative efforts and report status to senior personnel.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.