Aeronautical Engineer Sr - Wind Tunnel Operation

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Aeronautics Company

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E1453:Aeronautical Engineer Sr

Aeronautical Engineering

Experienced Professional

Full-Time

You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr - Wind Tunnel Operation for the Low‑speed 2 Wind Tunnel (L2WT) Team which is responsible for advancing aerodynamic testing capabilities.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr - Wind Tunnel Operation you will be responsible for leading a small, high‑impact team that designs, tests, and delivers aerodynamic data for advanced development programs.

Your responsibilities will include:

Develop innovative, affordable testing approaches that meet customer objectives.
Design rapid‑prototype wind‑tunnel models and support hardware using the digital‑twin CATIA model.
Integrate, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation, actuation devices, and data‑acquisition electronics.
Prepare, execute, and document test plans in accordance with customer requirements.
Continuously improve data‑acquisition, motion‑control, and pressure‑measurement systems.

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 engineer with deep expertise in wind‑tunnel testing, model design, and instrumentation. Your technical acumen, proactive mindset, and dedication to exceeding customer expectations set you apart. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and are eager to shape the future of aerodynamic testing.

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.

Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Direct experience working in a wind tunnel technical testing environment.
- Desire to work hands-on in a laboratory environment.
- Experience in design with 3-D Solid Modeling CAD systems (Catia, SolidWorks).

- Experience in instrumentation, computers, electronics, and computer programming.
- Strong organizational, communication, team collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work a consistent schedule and willingness to work overtime as circumstances require.
- Ability to set clear team goals, foster accountability, deliver constructive feedback and motivate the team to excel.
- Self-starter to efficiently and independently take on projects under realistic schedule and budget constraints.
- Self-motivated and dedicated as a significant/crucial member of a small team.
- Desire to perform technical work serving each program professionally with a customer-focused mindset.
- Knowledge of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS), primarily focused on the acquisition of strain gages, pressure transducers, and temperature probes.
- Knowledge of various software codes (Excel Visual Basic, LabWindows/CVI, LABVIEW, C, C++, Fortran) to maintain and develop new capabilities.
- Experience with hands-on hardware and wiring in a lab environment.
- Ability to develop and effectively communicate clear technical presentations for customers and suppliers.
- Microsoft Office Skills - Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
- Basic knowledge of Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics.

California

no

Palmdale

93599

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.

Palmdale-CA

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.

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

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.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Employee will work on-site full-time

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.

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.