Flight Sciences Loads System Engineer

Basic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or related STEM discipline.Experience with statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, or aerodynamicsExperience in supporting Flight TestExperience in structural testing, FEA, or data analysis (MATLAB, Python)Experience interfacing with DoD Customers and suppliers.Must be a U.S. Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.Job DescriptionWe are Lockheed MartinCandidate will work within a small team of Structural Discipline Engineers in the pursuit of F-35 Envelope Expansion and Flight Sciences Weapons Integration. Candidate will integrate and test various weapon systems onto aircraft platforms, including the development of system design, testing, and certification plans. Candidate will provide technical expertise in the development and testing of loads analysis, conducting pre-flight load predictions across all flight phases. Candidates will develop and maintain technical documentation, including defining test plans and monitoring data during flight tests to evaluate structural performance. Candidate will be responsible for tracking instrumentation sensor placement, repairs, and troubleshooting, such as strain gauges and accelerometers and ensure test campaigns meet safety protocols and airworthiness regulations.**Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**EngineeringAeronauticsWhat’s In It For YouOur employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy: Medical Dental 401k Paid time off Work/life balance Career development Mentorship opportunities Rewards & recognitionLearn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Desired SkillsExperience with IADS real time and test data request post flight test toolsExperience in post flight test data requests and analysisExperience in static loads analysis, structural analysis, aero/performance, stability and control, mass propertiesConduct pre-flight load predictionsCalculate various static loadsOther Important InformationBy 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 remotelyOnsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.