JOB ID: 720865BR

Date posted: Jun. 17, 2026

Description:

You will be the Utilities & Mechanical Systems Engineer - Level 4 for the Utility Systems – Vehicle Systems team which is responsible for designing, improving, and sustaining utility and fluid systems on AMMM aircraft such as the C‑130 and C‑5.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Utilities & Mechanical Systems Engineer - Level 4 you will be responsible for delivering high‑impact mechanical and fluid‑system solutions that keep our transport aircraft mission‑ready.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design, analyze, and refine mechanical and fluid utility systems for C‑130 and C‑5 platforms.


• Provide troubleshooting, production support, and sustainment solutions for flight controls, landing gear, fuel, hydraulic, and related subsystems.


• Generate and update engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.


• Conduct lab testing, investigate non‑conformances, and implement corrective actions.


• Coordinate with suppliers, prepare statements of work, and lead supplier‑qualification efforts.

What’s In It For You

Who You Are

You are a performance‑driven, critical thinker with deep experience in mechanical or fluid system design for large transport aircraft. You thrive in a fast‑paced, mission‑centric environment and are motivated by delivering tangible results for our warfighters.

Further Information About This Opportunity

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 an active Secret with investigation within 5 years clearance.

This position is in Marietta, GA  Discover Marietta.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering), or equivalent experience/combined education
• Experience with one or more aircraft Utility and Mechanical Systems (Flight Controls, Landing Gear, Hydraulics, Fuel, APU, Equipment & Furnishings, etc.)

Desired Skills:

• Experience preparing Supplier Statements of Work (SSOWs), Development Specifications, and Source/Specification Control Drawings.
• Experience with Mechanical or Structural design, including model and drawing definition, using Catia V5 or similar software.
• Experience with aircraft system root-cause corrective action (RCCA) activity.
• Experience with vendor management and providing technical oversight of supplier components.
• Experience with large transport aircraft Mechanical or Fluid Systems.
• Experience providing Engineering customer interface, meeting support, technical discussions with USG personnel.
• Control Account Manager (CAM)/Earned Value Management (EVMS) experience.

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level:

Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

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:

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

Aeronautical Engineering

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

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Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

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