Job Description
Description: Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control is seeking a Summer 2026 Intern Mechanical Engineer (Design). In this role, you will provide design and analysis support for tasks that will include electrical and mechanical design principles, troubleshooting systems, specifying/procuring/organizing build materials, and collecting test data to share with the design team. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of a proven ability to apply theoretical knowledge through hands-on projects, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and a strong understanding of fundamental concepts in system optimization and mechanical design.
The selected candidate must be a US Citizen. This position will require a government security clearance.
By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people have some of the greatest minds in the industry, making Lockheed Martin a great place to work. Our employees are our priority and we provide career opportunities designed to propel development 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. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, honing integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibilities. Your Mission is Ours.
Basic Qualifications: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering or similar majors with a strong academic record.
Completed coursework or experience in physics, computational methods, and/or mechanical design principles.
Proficiency in MATLAB, 3D CAD, or other design and simulation tools.
Experience with hands-on engineering projects, such as designing and building mechanical systems or devices.
Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance.
Desired Skills: Familiarity with system optimization and mechanical design principles with experience with data analysis, visualization, and simulation tools.
Strong understanding of fundamental concepts in physics, mechanics, and thermodynamics.
Familiarity with Geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T).
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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: Part-Time 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, youre 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: Co-op/Summer Intern
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Call-In
Shift: First
Job Tags
Full time, Internship, Summer internship, Work at office, Remote work, Relocation, Flexible hours, Shift work,