Job ID: 701827BR Date posted: Aug. 13, 2025
Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.


Come work with the multidisciplinary engineers at the Valley Forge Site who are focused on delivering world class Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE). You will be responsible for the design solutions that support the specific customer and the MGSE Organization. As a Mechanical Engineer, Senior in a diverse work force the candidate shall be responsible for the development, design, fabrication, test, and delivery of MGSE.

Job responsibilities include:

- Develop mechanical design solutions of varying complexity using solid models, detailed drawings, and release of engineering work products such as fixtures, gages, jigs, and equipment to support manufacturing processes.

- Interact with Manufacturing Engineering team on design and specification changes to ensure robust product designs and effective implementation

- Utilize 3D CAD (CREO) software to prepare tooling models, assemblies, and drawings

- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering teams to resolve and investigate any tooling issues and support manufacturing to ensure program requirements and schedules are met

- Evaluate tooling designs in support of Production Control/Purchasing to assist make/buy decisions

- Work with local Machine Shop and CNC Programming team to execute internal tooling builds

- Supports production meetings and manufacturing and test anomaly / discrepancy resolution

- Provides weekly / monthly status and regularly present to peers / leadership.

- May require weekend/off-hour support for Production schedules

- Primary work location is “On-site” – Travel may be required (5% or less)

- Excellent communicator, self-starter and must have extreme attention to detail

- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)

- Candidate must have good oral, written, and presentation communication skills

- Will work in an environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules
Basic Qualifications:
- Professional experience engaging in mechanical engineering fundamentals such as structures, mechanisms and materials

- Mechanical design and/or manufacturing experience producing, reading, and/or utilizing engineering design drawings

- Proficiency with 3D engineering CAD tools (CREO, Solidworks, etc)

- Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
Desired Skills:
- Demonstrated Manufacturing experience with production operations and ATLO experience

- Working knowledge of industry standards such as ANSI, OSHA, and AWS

- Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.5.

- Working knowledge of Composite Layup processes

- Working Knowledge of EPDM.

- Knowledge of LM Space command media.

- Understanding of lean manufacturing techniques

- Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills required in a team environment.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top 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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First