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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.\nAt 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.\nThe Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has a long history of supporting the Navy's mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. With over 60 years of experience, the team has developed a unique expertise in delivering advanced technologies to keep the country and its allies secure. The program is experiencing significant growth, with new opportunities for career development and advancement. By joining the team, individuals can expect to become part of a dynamic and innovative culture that fosters creativity, excellence, and collaboration. As a Materials and Processes Engineer you will be engaged with work on a broad range of projects in both a laboratory and manufacturing environment that will challenge you to learn and grow in your career. Working side by side with designers, test and manufacturing engineers, you’ll use your education, experience and growing expertise to develop and evaluate new and innovative technology to survive in the most hostile of environments.\nIn this role you will:\nSelect Materials, and Processes (M&P) on newdesigns that will help defend our country, get hands-on manufacturing experience of the next satellite, or provide oversight to an extensive supply chain providing products critical to Mission Success\nPerform Materials and Processes (M&P) technical engineering assignments\nTroubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions\nParticipate in the selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis of materials & processes, prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers and analyze test reports\nCoordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement\nWe're looking for:\nA self-starter who develops solutions to technical issues\nA motivated individual who's able to work closely within a geographically diverse team to resolve technical issues\nSomeone with the ability to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines\nSomeone comfortable with communicating in a variety of forums\nThe ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels\nEvaluates technical and economic factors, recommending engineering and manufacturing actions for attainment of design objectives of process or product by applying knowledge of material science and related technologies. Reviews plans for new products and factors, such as strength, weight, and cost to submit material selection recommendations ensuring attainment of design objectives. Plans and implements laboratory operations to develop material and fabrication procedures for new materials to fulfill product cost and performance standards. Confers with producers of materials, such as metals, ceramics, and polymers, during investigation and evaluation of materials suitable for specific product applications.\nBasic Qualifications\nKnowledge of a variety of materials and process engineering disciplines including non-metals, adhesives, bonding, cleaning, failure analysis, and/or manufacturing operations\nMaterials and processes related experience and/or field of study\nFormal coursework, training, experience and/or knowledge in Materials or Processes for development, improvement, design, application and/or production\nEligibility and willingness to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance; US Citizenship required\nDesired Skills\nFamiliar with general aerospace materials and processes\nFamiliarity with technical requirements (material and process specifications, program requirements, etc.)\nFamiliarity with technical requirements (specifications, program plans/requirements, etc.)\nNon-conformance and failure analysis disposition experience\nUnderstanding of material properties definitions\nMaterial Science & Engineering, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering B.S. Desired\nGood writing, communication and interpersonal skills\nProficient in Microsoft Office Suite\nActive or Current Top Secret Security clearance\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00\nAt Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.\nThe salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.\nBenefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.\nAnnual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.\nFor (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. 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