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Materials Engineer Senior

Lockheed Martin · Littleton, COtoday
$96k – $178k

BS-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $108k (199 that show pay).

Select, qualify, and test materials and processes for printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies on a missile program.

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Why it is interesting. Materials selection and qualification ownership for flight-critical electronics on a long-running strategic missile program

Might not be for you. US citizenship and Top Secret clearance required; focus is electronics materials, not polymers

Deep specialist Senior hires only

Adjacent materials roleMaterials Engineer in Electrical Materials and Processes group: select/qualify materials and processes for PWBs and CCAs; write material specs, test plans, failure analysis

Seniority
Senior
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Industry
Defense
Role
Quality / Testing
Clearance
Top Secret
Visa
US citizenship required
Materials
printed wiring board materialscircuit card assembly materials
Benefits
education assistanceflexible schedules (4x10)

Role details

Standard Job Description Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. 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. At 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. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. For over 60 years, the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has supported the Navy’s mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. We help keep this nation and our allies secure. The FBM program is experiencing significant growth, and we need your expertise to deliver amazing new technologies to our customers while maintaining the technical requirements of the strategic deterrence.

As a Materials Engineer in the Electrical Materials and Processes (EM&P) group on the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) program, you’ll identify requirements for the selection, approval, and overall management of materials and processes used in design, development, fabrication, procurement, and service life consideration for all prototype, qualification, and flight printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies. You will Take system or material-level requirements and implement testing and controls such that materials and processes meet end-item requirements.

Working side-by-side with designers, component engineers, manufacturing engineers, and both internal and external customers, you’ll use your education, experience, and growing expertise to drive commonality across the missile.

In this role you will: • Select materials and processes on new designs that will help defend out country, get hands-on manufacturing experience of the next missile, or provide oversite to an extensive supply chain providing product critical to Mission Success • Perform materials and processes technical engineering assignments • Troubleshoot problems and find innovative solutions • Participate in the selection, qualification, testing, and failure analysis of materials and processes • Prepare technical and progress reports on assigned tasks, prepare specifications, evaluate suppliers, and analyze test reports • Coordinate with other disciplines such as design engineering, manufacturing, quality engineering, and procurement We're looking for: • A self-starter who implements solutions to technical issues • A motivated individual who's able to work closely with a multidisciplinary and diverse team to resolve technical issues • Someone able to handle shifting priorities, multiple projects and timeline pressure to meet deadlines • Someone comfortable with communication • The ability to work with management and program representatives at several levels Identifies requirements for the selection, approval, and overall management of materials and processes used in design, development, fabrication, procurement, and service life consideration for all prototype, qualification, and flight printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies.

Takes system or material-level requirements and implements testing and controls such that materials and processes meet end-item requirements. Coordinates cross dicsiplinary internally and externally to drive commonality.

Basic Qualifications

Familiar with electronic materials and processes used in printed wiring boards and/or circuit card assemblies Knowledge of industry standards, including IPC standards Experience writing material specifications and test plans Familiar with reading, writing, and reviewing engineering drawings Willingness/ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret clearance; US Citizenship required Desired Skills Bachelors degree in materials engineering or related field Design and material selection experience for printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies Manufacturing experience of printed wiring boards and circuit card assemblies Experience with programmatic milestones, i.e.

PDR, CDR, SRR, MRR, etc Customer interfacing experience working with DoD Communicate effectively with transdisciplinary teams, senior leadership, and customer audiences Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice Active or Current Top Secret security clearance Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00 At 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. 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.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Materials Engineer Senior role at Lockheed Martin?

The listed annual base salary range is $96K–$178K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Lockheed Martin sponsor work visas for the Materials Engineer Senior role?

This role requires US citizenship — not just permanent residency.

Where is the Materials Engineer Senior role at Lockheed Martin based?

This role is based in Littleton, CO.

What degree is required for the Materials Engineer Senior role at Lockheed Martin?

This role requires a BS.

What polymers or materials does this Materials Engineer Senior role work with?

printed wiring board materials, circuit card assembly materials.

What techniques or methods are required for this Materials Engineer Senior role?

failure analysis, materials qualification testing.