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Nuclear Hardening and Survivability Engineer - Level 4

Lockheed Martin

Posted today
Top Secret
$109,200 - $192,510
Unspecified
Engineering - Chemical
Palmdale, CA (On-Site/Office)

Job Number 713169BR

Description:
You will be the Nuclear Hardening and Survivability Engineer - Level 4 for the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics team, which is responsible for developing and implementing design and mitigation strategies to ensure the survivability of weapon systems in nuclear threat environments.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Nuclear Hardening and Survivability Engineer - Level 4, you will be responsible for performing NH&S engineering functions to support the development of survivable weapon systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design and mitigate the effects of nuclear threats, including Electromagnetic Pulse, Ionizing Radiation, Thermal Radiation, Air-Blast, and Radiological exposure.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Develop and implement NH&S design practices and concepts to ensure the survivability of weapon systems in nuclear threat environments.

  • Conduct analyses and simulations to assess the effects of nuclear threats on weapon systems and develop mitigation strategies.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate NH&S requirements into system design and development.

  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including design reports, test plans, and test reports.

  • Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and other team members on NH&S engineering principles and practices.


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 highly experienced and skilled NH&S engineer with a deep understanding of nuclear threat environments and survivability design practices and concepts. Your excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with your ability to communicate complex technical information effectively, make you a valuable asset to our team. You are a collaborative team player who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality results.

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 be able to obtain an active Interim Secret clearance to start and Top Secret for program. Expected travel is 20%.

Palmdale, CA
This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor of science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience with leading and executing the analysis and/or evaluation/validation of components, equipment, subsystems, or weapon system analytical models and actual system implementation for weapons compliance to operationally relevant nuclear threat environments.
• Experience with nuclear hardened aircraft designs and/or methodologies.
Desired Skills:
• Experience working with other Federal agencies, industry, National and/or Service Laboratories & Test facilities.
• Experience working with cross-functional technical teams. Experience presenting to senior leaders, program management, and/or external customers.
• Technical planning, specification requirements derivation, test and analysis, design, planning and execution, documentation, and/or requirements/validation supporting overall system compliance.
• Experience and/or familiarity with the following standards and handbooks
o MIL-STD-1766, MIL-STD-2169, MIL-STD-3023
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management System tools/concepts
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
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
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 $109,200 - $192,510. 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 $125,600 - $217,695. 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.
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: Systems Engineering: Specialty Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
group id: lckmtncx

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