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Mechanical Engineering

Low Observables Engineer

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Support aircraft signature-management and survivability engineering for Lockheed Martin Skunk Works ISR and unmanned-aircraft programmes.

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Location

Palmdale, California, United States

Work mode

On-site

Employment

Full-time

Experience

Entry Level

Visa support

No Visa Sponsorship

Salary

$88,000 – $1,52,490 per year

Official salary range for major California metropolitan areas. The non-major metropolitan range is USD 76,500–134,895.

Opportunity

Job Description

The engineer evaluates low-observable materials, structures and aircraft features that reduce signatures and improve survivability.

Responsibilities

Support low-observable aircraft design.

Evaluate signature-management materials and features.

Conduct testing and analyse measurement data.

Support manufacturing and repair processes.

Document survivability requirements and results.

Collaborate with aerodynamics, structures and materials teams.

Eligibility

Relevant mechanical, aerospace, materials or physics qualification.

Understanding of electromagnetic or low-observable principles.

Strong engineering analysis and problem-solving ability.

Ability to work onsite in Palmdale.

US citizenship and eligibility for the required security clearance.

Required Skills

Low-observable technologyMechanical engineeringEngineering analysisMaterials evaluationTechnical testingData analysis

Preferred Skills

Aircraft survivabilityRadar cross-sectionComposite materialsElectromagnetic analysisSkunk Works programmes

Application Instructions

Apply through Lockheed Martin’s official careers page and provide the requested technical and security-clearance information.

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