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Aeronautical Engineer Sr - Level 3

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Palmdale, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/15/2026
Job Description

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr for the Advanced Development Programs - Skunk Works which is responsible for delivering breakthrough aerospace solutions.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr you will be responsible for leading the integration and design synthesis of the XR/AGM-158 Flex weapon system family. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Directing multidisciplinary trade studies across aerodynamics, materials, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls, and actuation.
  • Coordinating with fabrication, assembly, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure production readiness.
  • Developing and presenting technical and administrative briefings to customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Supporting capture activities, program planning, cost estimation, schedule development, and Bill of Estimate generation.
  • Mentoring early-career engineers and championing a collaborative One-LM culture.

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, communication-savvy engineer with deep technical expertise across multiple aerospace disciplines. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments, lead by example, and enjoy mentoring the next generation of talent while driving innovative solutions that have real impact.

Further Information About This Opportunity

The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

Experience leading design teams

Experience in airframe structure design and analysis

Experience with metallic and composite design

Experience with CATIA V5 and or 3DX

Desired Skills

Experience working with LM BAs

Experience interacting with suppliers, external customers and Production Operation

Experience with proposal development

MRB coordination and support

Experience with hand stress analysis

Experience with hypersonic boost-glide systems

EEO

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.

    Other Important Information

    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.

    Work Schedule Information

    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.

    National Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: 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.

    (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.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: 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.

    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.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Salary : $85,500 - $150,765

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