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The Payload Launch Site Support Services (PLSSS) Program, within LM Space, provides launch processing support functions for our government customer. Key elements of the program scope include spacecraft launch preparations, spacecraft transportation operations, and processing facilities O&M. The primary operating location is Vandenberg AFB, CA, with support of other locations also required.
Summary Of Key Duties
Design, operate, and maintain propellant loading systems, instrumentation, data collection, that support spacecraft fueling operations
Design, operate, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and electro‑mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation and launch pad operations
Perform facilities mechanical engineering tasks in support of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC‑R) systems, HVAC controls, chilled and hot water distribution systems, and fire suppression systems
Conduct system performance evaluations and make appropriate recommendations to modify designs or repair equipment as needed
Apply knowledge in troubleshooting and proposing solutions for mechanical‑related issues
Collaborate with other disciplines and departments to ensure understanding of project specifications and business needs, and deliver system level results
Direct the development, installation, and operation of new hardware and software systems
Ensure projects are completed on‑time and within the specified budget
Desired Skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and inter‑personal skills
Operational experience with high value, one‑of‑a‑kind mechanical systems, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electro‑mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation, propellant loading, and launch pad operations
Experience in a design, build, test environment
Test planning, test execution, technical test documentation experience
Experience in presenting technical information with leadership, teammates, suppliers, vendors, and government customers
Experience With
MAXIMO
Fluid Dynamics
HVAC systems
Solid modeling design CREO/PRO‑E, Auto CAD
Structural analysis basic "hand calculations" and FEA Finite Element Analysis
Chemistry, hypergolic fuel (propellant) knowledge and gas systems
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 Onsite Full‑time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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Mechanical Engineer
role at
Lockheed Martin .
The Payload Launch Site Support Services (PLSSS) Program, within LM Space, provides launch processing support functions for our government customer. Key elements of the program scope include spacecraft launch preparations, spacecraft transportation operations, and processing facilities O&M. The primary operating location is Vandenberg AFB, CA, with support of other locations also required.
Summary Of Key Duties
Design, operate, and maintain propellant loading systems, instrumentation, data collection, that support spacecraft fueling operations
Design, operate, and maintain mechanical, hydraulic, and electro‑mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation and launch pad operations
Perform facilities mechanical engineering tasks in support of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration (HVAC‑R) systems, HVAC controls, chilled and hot water distribution systems, and fire suppression systems
Conduct system performance evaluations and make appropriate recommendations to modify designs or repair equipment as needed
Apply knowledge in troubleshooting and proposing solutions for mechanical‑related issues
Collaborate with other disciplines and departments to ensure understanding of project specifications and business needs, and deliver system level results
Direct the development, installation, and operation of new hardware and software systems
Ensure projects are completed on‑time and within the specified budget
Desired Skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and inter‑personal skills
Operational experience with high value, one‑of‑a‑kind mechanical systems, including mechanical, hydraulic, and electro‑mechanical systems that support spacecraft transportation, propellant loading, and launch pad operations
Experience in a design, build, test environment
Test planning, test execution, technical test documentation experience
Experience in presenting technical information with leadership, teammates, suppliers, vendors, and government customers
Experience With
MAXIMO
Fluid Dynamics
HVAC systems
Solid modeling design CREO/PRO‑E, Auto CAD
Structural analysis basic "hand calculations" and FEA Finite Element Analysis
Chemistry, hypergolic fuel (propellant) knowledge and gas systems
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 Onsite Full‑time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Lockheed Martin by 2x
Get notified about new Mechanical Engineer jobs in
Vandenberg Village, CA .
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