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**Description:** ## Job Description The Mechanical Design subject matter expert will serve as the technical authority for the Advanced Programs team with a focus on mechanical part designs/. The ME SME will lead complex mechanical design efforts, drive integration of structures, mechanisms, and ensure that designs meet performance, reliability, producibility, and cost targets/. Our team operates at the forefront of technology, tasked with creating capabilities that do not yet exist/. In this position you will collaborate closely with design teams to embed Design for Manufacturability /(DFM/) principles into every mechanical‑engineering project/. By applying extensive hands‑on machining experience and advanced engineering expertise, you will ensure that designs are cost‑effective, high‑quality, and suitable for high‑volume production while preserving performance and reliability/. You will possess a strong grasp of NC machining programs and will continuously elevate design standards across both traditional and emerging manufacturing technologies/. ## What You Will Be Doing + Serve as the technical authority for mechanical part designs on Advanced Programs/. + Lead complex mechanical design efforts and integrate structures and mechanisms/. + Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, producibility, and cost targets/. + Embed Design for Manufacturability /(DFM/) principles into every mechanical‑engineering project/. + Apply hands‑on machining experience and advanced engineering expertise to create cost‑effective, high‑quality designs for high‑volume production/. + Maintain a strong grasp of NC machining programs and elevate design standards across traditional and emerging manufacturing technologies/. ## Why Join Us Lockheed Martin offers a collaborative, innovation‑focused environment where your subject‑matter expertise directly shapes groundbreaking materials technologies that protect our nation/. You'll work alongside world‑class scientists and engineers, gain exposure to high‑visibility defense programs, and have the resources to turn ideas into tangible results/. We provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and robust professional‑development opportunities-including mentorship, advanced training, and clear career‑progression paths/. 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 /(/. ## Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Orlando/. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location/. /(**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/.** **Basic Qualifications:** - Perform detailed analysis of mechanical design data, including CAD models, drawings, CNC Programing/. Occasionally you may lead design activities - Provide actionable feedback on geometry, tolerances, material selection, surface finishes, and feature sizing to reduce machining time, tooling wear, and scrap rates - Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to develop and validate machining processes, tooling strategies, and fixture concepts - Expert level knowledge of CNC machining processes /(milling, turning, drilling, grinding, EDM/) and NC programming - Subject Matter Expert in geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing /(GD&T/) - Experience using, NX CAM or CATIA V5 and Machining work benches for NC program development using proper holding methods and cutter selection for various 5/-axis machine tools - Experience with the machining of hard metallic materials that may be billet or Additively grown - Proven ability to efficiently manage multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines, prioritize workload, and maintain high/-quality results under pressure/. - Demonstrated ability to independently assess workload, establish personal priorities, and allocate time and resources effectively to meet deadlines and achieve objectives/. - Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate complex tasks that span multiple programs, aligning cross functional teams, managing inter program dependencies, and delivering results on schedule and within budget/. **Desired Skills:** - Proven proficiency in NC programming in an Aerospace or Automotive environment - Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering - Advanced fluency with CAD/CAM platforms /(SolidWorks / Creo / CATIA, Mastercam, Siemens NX, PowerMILL, Fusion 360/) - Proven track record of implementing DFM/DFA principles that reduced cost, cycle time, and scrap rates - Competence in using metrology software /(CMM, laser scanning/) for in process verification **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:** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week **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:** MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL **Relocation Available:** Possible **Career Area:** Manufacturing **Type:** Full/-Time **Shift:** First