Material & Process Engineer - Level 6

Job ID: 715053BR
Date posted: Jan. 19, 2026

Description:At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we deliver breakthrough capabilities and landmark aircraft that continually redefine flight. We are seeking a technical Subject Matter Expert for the Materials & Process (M&P) team which supports multiple programs within Aeronautics. The selected candidate will:

• Provide technical leadership for Parts, Materials and Processes for Aeronautics Engineering, resolving technical and operational issues, with focus on proactive risk assessments of critical material supply and process optimization to enable production and program execution. This will include oversight of material and process statement of work at suppliers
• Drive standardization and 1LMX consistency to enable quality and harmonization
• Have expertise and engagement in industry specifications and standards to enable efficient execution
• Partner with Aeronautics Structures and Manufacturing teams to insure mature and optimized M&P solution
• Partner with LM materials technologies teams to identify, analyze, mature and implement new M&P capabilities into our programs

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Materials, or Composite Engineering
• Experience in technical leadership of Materials and Processes
• Demonstrated mentoring and technical guidance of less experienced engineers.
• Experience in hypersonic and high temperature materials
• Understanding of materials and model-based engineering

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Research & Development
• Experience with Energy conversion and Storage Materials
• Experience writing proposals, statements of work, and project schedules
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools
• Collaborative materials technology leadership to advance new M&P capabilities

Clearance Level: None
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Materials Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First