Job ID: 711238BR Date posted: Nov. 25, 2025
Description:


We are committed to work life balance by promoting this REMOTE telework option. These job requirements allow the employee to work their entire schedule somewhere other than a Lockheed Martin designated office or job site.


WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of aerospace innovation, driving the development and deployment of cutting-edge technology in the field of aviation. We solve the great problems of our times with innovative technologies that define eras. While no one knows what's going to change the world next, our people are already working on it.

THE WORK

We are seeking an Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer Staff to support our Sikorsky product lines.

Role Overview
• Lead development, validation, and application of CFD solutions for next generation rotorcraft and air vehicles.
• Deliver predictive analyses that shape design decisions throughout the product lifecycle.
• Integrate meshing, turbulence modeling, multi physics coupling, and high performance computing (HPC) into robust simulation workflows.

As a key member of our Fluid Dynamics Engineering team, you will:
• Design and execute CFD studies using high fidelity methods (RANS, DES, LES).
• Build and manage complex meshes for isolated and full vehicle rotorcraft configurations.
• Couple CFD with thermal, structural, and other physics domains.
• Optimize simulations with AI driven techniques and uncertainty quantification.
• Operate HPC resources (Linux, PBS/Slurm, MPI, OpenMP, CPU/GPU) to run large scale analyses.
• Automate workflows with Python, Bash, MATLAB, or Java scripts.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross functional technical reviews.
• Present results clearly to engineers, managers, and external stakeholders.
This position will require the selected candidate to have an active Secret level U.S. government security clearance before starting with Lockheed Martin. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for consideration.

WHY JOIN US

You will have the opportunity to drive innovation and transformation across our factories, leveraging industry-leading technologies and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to shape the future of manufacturing. This role offers a unique blend of autonomy, strategic influence, and technical expertise, allowing you to make a lasting impact on our operations and advance your career as a technology leader.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or engineering degree
• 10 or more years of Computational Fluid experience
• 5 or more years of lead experience
• Active secret or higher clearance
Desired Skills:
• PhD preferred
• Expertise in commercial/US government CFD tools (e.g., STAR CCM+, HEEDS, CADENCE, FUND3D, CREATE AV Helios)
• Apply AI/ML methods to CFD and optimization pipelines
• Conduct uncertainty quantification (UQ) analyses
• Experience with turbulence modeling (RANS, DES, LES) and multi physics coupling (heat transfer, FSI)
• Deep knowledge of rotorcraft aerodynamics and full vehicle CFD modeling
• Manage HPC environments (Linux, job schedulers, MPI, GPU/CPU architectures)
• Develop advanced automation scripts (Python, Bash, MATLAB, Java)
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: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $120,100 - $208,150. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $104,500 - $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
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: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First