Structural Analysis Engineer (Mechanical Engineer)
2 days ago
Huntsville
Job ID: 718565BR Date posted: Feb. 19, 2026 Description:As we enter a new era of Strategic Weapon Systems, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing men and women are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills, talents and experiences to design and build solutions to some of the world's hardest engineering problems. Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus-if you have the passion and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Bring your experience and passion for engineering to Lockheed Martin, and build the systems which support our nation's defense systems. • This requisition is used to capture interested candidates in opportunities at Lockheed Martin., • You can't and will not be hired on this requisition. Actual job responsibilities, levels, and locations will vary based on actual hiring job postings. What does this role look like? We are seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to support advanced aerospace and defense programs. In this role, you will perform structural analysis of mechanical and structural components across the product lifecycle-from concept development through detailed design, test, qualification, and production support. The selected candidate will evaluate metallic and composite structures subjected to static, dynamic, thermal, and vibration environments to ensure compliance with performance, safety, and mission requirements. You will collaborate closely with design engineering, manufacturing, materials, and test organizations to deliver technically sound and mission-ready solutions. Key Responsibilities • Perform structural analysis of aerospace and defense hardware using classical hand calculations and finite element methods (FEM)., • Evaluate strength, stiffness, stability, fatigue, fracture, and damage tolerance of mechanical and structural systems., • Analyze structures subjected to static, dynamic, shock, vibration, and thermal loading environments., • Develop and correlate finite element models to support design validation and test activities., • Support structural test planning, data review, and model correlation., • Prepare and present technical reports, analysis documentation, and design recommendations to internal and external stakeholders., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve structural design issues and optimize hardware performance., • Support peer reviews, design reviews, and customer technical interchange meetings. Important Notes • Candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information., • Applying to this Expression of Interest opportunity introduces you to Lockheed Martin's job opportunities and promotes you to managers who are interested in hiring for multiple roles., • This requisition is used to capture interested candidates in opportunities at Lockheed Martin., • You can't and will not be hired on this requisition. Actual job responsibilities, levels, and locations will vary based on actual hiring job postings. Locations: Littleton, CO • Huntsville, AL Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM discipline., • Experience performing structural analysis using finite element analysis (FEA) tools., • Experience conducting hand calculations for structural sizing and validation., • Knowledge of stress analysis fundamentals, including statics, mechanics of materials, and structural dynamics., • Experience analyzing metallic and/or composite structures., • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T., • Experience with industry-standard FEA tools such as NX/Nastran, MSC Nastran, Abaqus, ANSYS, or similar., • Experience performing nonlinear, buckling, fatigue, fracture, or damage tolerance analysis., • Experience supporting missile, launch vehicle, spacecraft, or defense hardware programs., • Familiarity with shock and vibration analysis (random vibration, modal analysis, response spectra)., • Experience performing thermal-structural coupled analysis., • Experience correlating analysis models to structural test data., • Working knowledge of materials properties for aerospace-grade metals and composites., • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for data reduction and analysis automation., • Experience operating in a classified environment and interfacing with government customers. 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: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other Type: Full-Time Shift: First