Design Engineer / Checker - Level 3

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, equivalent experience/combined education considered, with 2 years of professional experience. Minimum 3 years of engineering design or design checking or quality assurance experience with a strong CAD focus, preferably on advanced fighter aircraft programs. Proficient user of Siemens’ NX CAD system. Demonstrated ability to work in a model centric environment and perform model based verification. Proficient with PC operations, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and PLM tools. Must be a US Citizen; this position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Job Description

You will be the Design Engineer / Checker - Level 3 for the Build to Package Verification Process and Compliance team which is responsible for ensuring the integrity, completeness, and compliance of F‑35 engineering designs and 3‑D models.

What You Will Be Doing

• Evaluate F‑35 designs and 3‑D models for compliance with specifications, standards, and downstream needs.
• Apply GD&T principles (ASME Y14.5) and ensure drawings follow ASME Y14.100.
• Perform model-centric verification, confirming full definition, FSDA compliance, and readiness for downstream processes.
• Generate concise check reports, non-conformance reports, and maintain traceability matrices.
• Collaborate with design engineers, configuration managers, and stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.

What’s In It For You

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.

Who You Are

• A collaborative engineer with extensive Siemens NX experience, strong GD&T knowledge, and a proactive attitude.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments, prioritizes quality, and enjoys supporting teammates to meet tight schedules and customer requirements.

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 a secret clearance.

Desired Skills

• Working knowledge and practical application of ASME Y14.5 GD&T along with familiarity of ASME drawings.
• Working experience with Full-Sized Determinant Assembly (FSDA) modeling practices.
• Working experience with Siemens’ TeamCenter PLM tools.
• Mono-based or mono-detail design practices experience.
• Experience with Full Sized Determinant Assembly (FSDA) designs.
• Knowledge of DoD contract requirements and MIL STD documentation.
• Familiarity with Configuration Management.
• Working knowledge and practical application of ASME Y14.100 Engineering Drawing practices.
• Ability to develop check scripts/macros to automate routine verification tasks.
• Very detail oriented with good verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
• Prowedness to thrive in fast paced, deadline driven team settings.
• One-team mindset to achieve common goal.

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
• Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.