Mechanical Design Engineer Senior

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Grand Prairie
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description You will be the Mechanical Design Engineer for the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Program. Our team designs and builds the next generation of kinetic strike missiles, turning innovative concepts into flight ready hardware. We partner with suppliers, production planners, and global supply chain partners to deliver high performance, reliable systems at a fast production rate. As the Mechanical Design Engineer you will drive the end to end mechanical development of PrSM components. You’ll create 3D models, release production ready drawings and BOMs, and act as the liaison between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams. Your work will directly support missile and pod integration activities at our Camden, AR facility and help resolve tough design challenges with creative, data driven solutions. Your responsibilities will include: • Generate detailed 3D models and assemblies in CREO that meet functional, mass budget, and manufacturability requirements. • Produce, review, and release 2D drawings, bill of materials (BOM) packages, and Change Notice (CN) documentation for production use. • Perform tolerance stack up and tolerance analysis studies to ensure proper fit, form, and function across all mechanical interfaces. • Collaborate with a diverse group of subject matter experts, suppliers, and operations teams to address design issues and accelerate resolution. • Provide ongoing technical support to Production Planning, Operations, and Global Supply Chain, including answering queries, reviewing shop floor changes, and updating design data. • Lead or contribute to Material Review Board Engineering (MRBE) quality notifications and engineer supplier deviation waivers when needed. • Support missile and pod integration activities, including on site work in Camden, AR, and occasional travel to supplier facilities. • Utilize Microsoft Office tools to maintain clear, up to date project documentation and communicate status to stakeholders. • Mentor junior designers and champion best practice design standards, model based definition, and continuous improvement initiatives. 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. This position is in Dallas. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience. Proficient in PTC CREO and Windchill. Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing Experienced with Microsoft Office. Candidate should possess a DoD Secret level clearance or be able to obtain one. Desired skills Willingness to occasionally travel. Project management experience. Experience in missile design, production support, and/or additive manufacturing (AM). 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. Ability to work remotely Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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.

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