Job Description

Description:
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Defending against modern day missile threats requires constant teamwork and innovation. Thats why were able to integrate systems from end to end so you can detect, control and engage the full spectrum of missile threats across every domain. We are investing in disruptive technology like directed energy, space-based capabilities and solid state-radar. To build layers of defense that help keep us all safe.

Shooting a missile down with a missile was once a concept only dreamed up in science fiction novels. Weve made it scientific fact!

So what does it take to spot an enemy missile launch, identify its intended target, calculate its exact trajectory, launch an interceptor and guide it to destroy the threat in mid-air? All in a matter of seconds? Its not easy but at Lockheed Martin, we help customers tackle the worlds most complex challenges. Our culture supports employees to dream big, perform with perfection and build incredible products. We provide the resources, encouragement and focus and if you have the passion and courage, we want to build a better tomorrow with you!

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as the Mechanical Computer Aided Design (MCAD) lead for the Homeland Missile Defense Program. In this role, you will provide technical expertise for MCAD deployment, sustainment, and problem resolution while ensuring that preferred engineering tools, standards, and modeling methodologies are applied. You will interface regularly with management and engineers within the Mechanical Design organization and work closely with several other organizations and internal customers.

The MCAD Lead's primary responsibility is to drive efficiency throughout the program lifecycle with primary focus on enabling the MCAD user community through the efficient use of enterprise tools and standards. A boots-on-the-ground team member that ensures outstanding modeling performance while adhering to CAD standards and driving commonality. The successful candidate must exhibit proactive attributes and demonstrate a strong aptitude for critical thinking and efficiency.

KEY MCAD LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES:
- First-stop resource for designers/engineers encountering issues with MCAD tools

- Raise critical issues and communicate action plan to management

- Supervise model performance and associated visualization needs

- Interface and collaborate with MCAD Solutions team on tactical and critical initiatives

- Coordinate with various fields (e.g. Design, Analysis, Manufacturing, Checking, Configuration Management, etc.) to ensure efficient design processes are in place and being used

- Collaborate with users external to the program (i.e. customers, subcontractor, etc.) as applicable to ensure MCAD work meets program/project needs

- Champion MCAD standard methodologies

- Support real-time review and resolution of MCAD modeling issues and interferences

- Represent the program on central MCAD Lead forum and vote on MCAD related decisions/changes

- Maintain knowledge of Digital Transformation activities and look for opportunities to implement digital processes on the programs/projects

Position is contingent upon program award expected in Spring 2021

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin cultivates an inclusive work environment that inspires differences and big-picture thinking.

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Work/life balance
- Career development
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition

Learn more about Lockheed Martins comprehensive benefits package.

Learn more about Lockheed Martins comprehensive benefits package.
Basic Qualifications:
Highly proficient with Creo Parametric
Experience with Creo View, EPDM (PTC Windchill), and configuration control processes
Experience assisting other CAD users with issue resolutions
Understanding of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals including structures, mechanisms, and materials
Experience with concept development, design, review, manufacture, test, and integration
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance; US citizenship is required
Desired Skills:
Experience with model-based definition (Data Set Rating 6)
Experience with dual EPDM systems and data transfer processes
Experience with MCAD automation techniques (Pro/Toolkit, C++, VB.NET)
Ability to develop, document, and deploy MCAD practices
Design Verification/Checking experience
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and documentation, including SAP, Q-notes, test procedures, etc.
Knowledgeable in mechanical design and hardware integration as it applies to missiles
Experience developing or maintaining sites and other informational resources using Microsoft SharePoint, Confluence, or similar tools
Demonstrated ability to work within multidisciplinary product teams
Demonstrated commitment to process improvement
Ability to organize, motivate, and lead technical personnel
Familiar with CPE functions
Familiar with earned value (CAM) principles
Excellent communication skills
Active Secret Security Clearance. 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: The work associated with this position will be performed at the designated Lockheed Martin facility. Situational telecommuting may be considered and authorized at the discretion of your leader and based upon the role.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: 9x80 every other Friday offSecurity Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: Secret Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. Theyre dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martins vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: SPACERelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Mechanical Engineering Type: Full-Time Shift: First