Propulsion Engineer Senior

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Camden
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

You will be the Aeronautical / Propulsion Engineer for the Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) Propulsion team in Camden, AR. Our team delivers breakthrough missile propulsion solutions, driving the design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing of solid rocket motors that power today’s most demanding aerospace missions. What You Will Be Doing As the Aeronautical / Propulsion Engineer you will be responsible for leading technical oversight of a key SRM supplier, accelerating rapid development cycles, and ensuring our motors meet performance, safety, and schedule goals. You’ll work cross functionally with missile IPTs, test engineers, and production to translate system requirements into flight ready hardware. Your responsibilities will include: • Define and refine product specifications and statements of requirements for new and existing SRMs. • Generate motor performance predictions and validate them against system level IPT models. • Develop, review, and execute comprehensive test plans, overseeing supplier level and system level testing. • Lead weekly working group meetings with motor suppliers, capturing action items and driving resolutions. • Present motor status updates at internal briefings and formal customer program reviews. • Coordinate interface development with product design, analysis groups, materials, and production operations. • Manage engineering drawings and documentation releases through PLM, ensuring configuration control. • Perform design trade studies, risk assessments, and failure mode analyses to mitigate technical risk. • Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative, solution focused culture. Why Join Us 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. You are a technically strong, fast paced problem solver who thrives in a collaborative environment where innovative ideas are turned into real world propulsion systems. Lockheed Martin offers you access to cutting edge missile technology, a respected SRM supplier network, and the chance to influence high impact programs that shape the future of aerospace. If you’re eager to lead critical engineering initiatives, work alongside world class experts, and see your work launch from the lab to the field, this is the role for you. Apply now to become a key driver of the next generation of solid rocket propulsion. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Camden, AR. 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 a secret clearance. A company-sponsored Interim Secret is required to start. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent accredited degree program) with at least 3 years of experience in the field of propulsion • Competence in manufacturing execution systems, work-instruction management, and change control documentation • Familiar with basic chemistry and physics with ability to learn and master advanced topics such as polymer chemistry, thermochemistry, rheology, thermodynamics, ballistics, etc. • Ability to read and understand technical data sheets and drawings • Familiarity with statistical process controls, design of experiments (DOE), root-cause analysis techniques • Knowledge of nondestructive evaluation methods (radiographic inspection, ultrasonic, etc.) • Knowledge of solid rocket motor testing methods and ability to critically analyze testing data • Strong communication skills (both oral and written) • Collaborative mindset for working with suppliers and contractors Desired skills • Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent accredited degree program) with at least 3 years of experience in the field of propulsion • Proficient in statistical methods and applications (hypothesis testing such as ANOVA, T-test, and proportions as well as regression and trendline analysis) 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. Other Important Information 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 Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Work Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $85,500 - $150,765. 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 $98,300 - $170,315. 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.

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