Senior Staff Stress Analysis Engineer - E5
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
You will be the Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf - E5 for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for advancing cutting-edge aircraft concepts.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Aeronautical Engineer Sr Stf - E5 you will be responsible for leading structural analysis efforts that ensure the safety and performance of next-generation aircraft.
“Your responsibilities will include:”
- Develop and define analysis plans and goals for aircraft structural assessments.
- Assess analysis approaches, interpret results, and recommend testing as needed.
- Ensure all structural integrity requirements are satisfied.
- Provide regular status updates to internal and external customers.
- Lead and review work of other analysts in static strength assessments of primary and secondary aircraft structures.
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, self-starting engineer with deep expertise in aircraft stress analysis. You thrive in ambiguous, high-stakes environments, enjoy mentoring peers, and are driven to push technical boundaries. This role offers you the chance to shape revolutionary aerospace programs and make a measurable impact on national security.
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.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Engineering Mechanics or similar degree with 8+ years of professional experience.
- Experience with stress analysis by classical textbook methods
- Experience in developing, running, and working with Finite Element Models
- Understanding of drawing practices, material properties, and manufacturing processes
- Must be a US Citizen, position is located at a facility that requires special access
- Active Department of Defense Secret clearance within 6 years of last investigation
Desired Skills
- Expertise with structural analysis of metallic and composite aircraft structure
- Experience analyzing structures with high temperature exposures and temperature gradients
- Expertise using FEA tools such as NASTRAN, PATRAN, Altair Hypermesh, Abaqus
- Experience using LM Aero Common Analysis Tools including IDAT and SLIM
- Experience using CATIA V5 and/or Dassault 3DExperience
- Experience leading teams of stress analysis engineers
- 10+ years of experience on aircraft and/or missile programs from demonstration to operational phases
- Experience working with and driving execution of subcontractors
- Experience with aerospace MRB activities
- Highly proficient in communication skills, with ability to compile and present material to customers; experience in a collaborative work environment and good interpersonal skills for conversing with teammates
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00
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The 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.
Benefits 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.
- Annual 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.
- For (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.