Job ID: 711477BR Date posted: Nov. 21, 2025
Description:

You will be the Mechanical Engineer (Sustainment) for the Special Operations Forces Global Logistics Support Services (SOFGLSS) team. Our team is responsible for designing and completing modifications on various military vehicle and aircraft platforms in support of the warfighter.

What You Will Be Doing

Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control, SOF GLSS (Special Operations Forces Global Logistics Support Services) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for sustainment of various military ground and maritime platforms in support of our Special Operations Forces Support Activity (SOFSA) Program in Lexington, KY.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Collaborating with lead engineers, project engineers, and systems and design teams to support existing platforms to ensure the customer fleets’ continued operation.
• Reviewing customer requests, deconflicting technical data, determining and developing solutions to issues, submitting and processing necessary documentation.
• Development of component installation, assembly, and part designs and drawings for integration of equipment, including: mechanical systems, armor, radios, antennas, transmitters, power equipment, server systems and components, etc.
• Documenting and processing engineering releases and changes.
• Contributing to customer reviews.
• Forward thinking, flexible, motivated, dedicated, detail-focused, team-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking.

Why Join Us

This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here: SOF GLSS

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
This position will be responsible for:
- Collaborating with lead engineers, project engineers, and systems and design teams to support existing platforms to ensure the customer fleets’ continued operation.
- Reviewing customer requests, deconflicting technical data, determining and developing solutions to issues, submitting and processing necessary documentation.
- Development of component installation, assembly, and part designs and drawings for integration of equipment, including: mechanical systems, armor, radios, antennas, transmitters, power equipment, server systems and components, etc.
- Documenting and processing engineering releases and changes.
- Contributing to customer reviews.
- Forward thinking, flexible, motivated, dedicated, detail-focused, team-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking.
Desired Skills:
- BSME or equivalent ABET accredited degree
- Design Tools: Solidworks, Creo, AutoCAD
- PLM Systems: Teamcenter, Windchill
- Microsoft Office Suite to include MS Projects
- Excellent communication skills (verbal/written)
- Knowledge of ASME, SAE, and military specifications
- Customer and Supplier/Vendor/Sub-contractor interface, written and verbal
- Knowledge of CATIA v5
- Familiarity with unmanned systems (any domain)
- Familiarity with vehicle structural and mechanical systems
- Familiarity with autonomous systems
- Familiarity with maritime environments
- Familiarity of DOD Acquisition process
- Previous experience on military vehicles/platforms
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First