Senior Stress Analyst
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Salary$96k – $178k
LocationEnglewood, CO
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentSpace
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 3, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
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Professional experience performing stress analysis of metallic structures
Experience participating in multidisciplinary design reviews
Experience using finite element tools (NX/Nastran, Abaqus, Ansys, FEMAP, and/or PATRAN or similar)
Master's degree in Aerospace, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering
Experience in the planning and execution of structural development and qualification testing
Experience with Thermo-Structural analysis of high temperature alloys such as propulsion related hardware, jet and rocket engines, heat shields, solid or liquid rocket propulsion including hot gas systems, or any supporting or adjacent high temperature hardware
Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
Self-motivated, and able and willing to support multiple projects
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Skills
NX/Nastran
Abaqus
Ansys
FEMAP
PATRAN
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible work arrangements
401(k)
Paid time off
Holidays
Parental leave
EAP
Flexible spending accounts
Education assistance
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Standard Job Description
The Stress Analysis Engineer will take charge of moderate to complex structural analysis projects, help guide junior analysts, and support the technical side of propulsion subsystem stress work. They’ll connect the detailed finite‑element models with design reviews, making sure the stress checks hit the program’s performance, reliability, and safety goals.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Conduct stress analysis using linear and nonlinear solutions to define and evaluate missile propulsion subsystem and components from early concept through flight.
• Review and provide constructive feedback on models, reports, and deliverables.
• Partner across a multidisciplinary engineering team to ensure structural integrity throughout the product lifecycle and guide design trades and decisions.
• Define and support structural test requirements, provide predictions, oversee test execution, and lead post-test activities to ensure requirements and objectives are met.
• Prepare and present technical findings with clarity and confidence to internal teams, customers, and program leadership at key design reviews and technical forums.
• Deliver high-quality analysis products and documentation.
The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:
Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
Basic Qualifications
• Professional experience performing stress analysis of metallic structures
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary design reviews
• Experience using finite element tools (NX/Nastran, Abaqus, Ansys, FEMAP, and/or PATRAN or similar)
Desired Skills
• Master’s degree in Aerospace, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in the planning and execution of structural development and qualification testing
• Experience with Thermo-Structural analysis of high temperature alloys such as propulsion related hardware, jet and rocket engines, heat shields, solid or liquid rocket propulsion including hot gas systems, or any supporting or adjacent high temperature hardware
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal
• Self-motivated, and able and willing to support multiple projects
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
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Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
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For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.