Materials Testing Engineer Associate - Early Career

Description:At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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.

In this role you will be part of the "hands on" heartbeat of the materials and processes lab:

• Run the tests that matter - Set up, verify, and execute mechanical, thermal, corrosion, chemical and fatigue tests on metals, ceramics, and polymers, and other supporting materials and parts using both standard rigs and cutting edge instrumentation.
• Prepare flawless specimens - Cut, machine, polish, and condition samples to exacting tolerances; verify that every test specimen meets the detailed method specifications required for reliable test results.
• Collect and analyze data with laser sharp precision - Apply rigorous testing methods, capture raw test measurements, and interpret the results to confirm they are logical and repeatable. Meticulous attention to detail is mandatory-any oversight can mean the difference between a pass and a fail, a launch or a delay.
• Document every step - Prepare meticulous lab testing documentation, non conformance reports, and formal test reports that meet aerospace quality standards; every observation, deviation, and requirement must be recorded accurately and promptly.
• Maintain a safe, compliant environment - Follow all safety protocols, perform equipment checks, and ensure proper handling of hazardous materials; keep the lab running smoothly and audit ready at all times.
• Partner with cross functional experts - Work side by side with Lab Experts, Design Engineers, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement to translate test requirements into actionable test plans and to feed real world data back into product development and manufacturing.
• Customer Facing Test Development - Partner with customers to define test plans, execute laboratory testing, and interpret results, delivering clear, data driven insights that support their program objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement - Identify test procedure inefficiencies, suggest new methodologies, and help upgrade lab capabilities-always looking for ways to boost accuracy, speed, and cost effectiveness.

Your mission isn't to design satellites, or rockets, or human spacecraft; it's to rigorously verify that every material in those builds performs exactly as intended. Success hinges on being vigilant, methodical, and relentlessly detail oriented.

What We're Looking For

• Hands On Engineering Talent - A passionate engineer eager to dive into material testing work, roll up their sleeves, and get the job done in the lab or field.
• Proactive Collaborator - An inquisitive, self starter who thrives in a geographically dispersed team: you'll pick up the phone, fire off the email, ask the right questions, and listen actively to resolve technical challenges.
• Agile Multi Project Manager - Someone who thrives amid shifting priorities, can juggle multiple initiatives, and consistently hits deadlines-making adjustments, seeking help when needed, and always keeping the mission front and center.
• Clear Communicator & Growth Oriented - Comfortable presenting ideas across a variety of forums, you embrace feedback, continuously develop your skill set, and maintain a growth mindset.
• Strategic Partner - Able to interface effectively with management and program stakeholders at all levels, building strong relationships that drive project success.

If this sounds like you...hit APPLY.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Material Sciences
• Experience or coursework supporting in a laboratory environment
• Coursework/knowledge of engineered materials and engineering processes

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with ASTM, AMS, MIL, and other testing specifications related to tapes, coatings, polymeric materials, metals, electrical wires/cables, or fasteners, and other aerospace materials.
• Hands-on experience in the evaluation of materials related to extension of shelf life.
• Experience evaluating receiving inspection parts and materials, performing acceptance testing, and reporting non-conformances.

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: 9x80 every other Friday off

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 $57,500 - $101,430. 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.

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: 4 yr and up College

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Materials Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First