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Thermal Engineer Asc - Level 1

Lockheed Martin

Grand Prairie, TXFull-time$58–108K/yrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$58–108K/yr
Location
Grand Prairie, TX
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance

Job overview

Lockheed Martin seeks a Thermal Analysis Mechanical Engineer for its Mechanical Analysis team in Dallas. The engineer develops thermal analysis for mechanical, structural, optical, thermal, and electronic systems and assemblies, researches thermal and structural solutions, creates analytical models, conducts tests, and assesses designs. The role is intended for someone pursuing a bachelor's degree and includes both basic and desired qualifications for thermal analysis and related engineering work.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Heat TransferThermodynamicsFluid DynamicsProblem-SolvingElectrical TroubleshootingCommunicationTeamworkThermal Control HydraulicsRefrigerationFinite Element ModelingFinite Element AnalysisComputational Fluid DynamicsThermal AnalysisTechnical WritingMIL-STD-810Environmental TestingAnalytical SkillsWindowsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointAI Prompting

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or Related FieldU.S. CitizenshipAbility to Obtain DoD Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Standard Job Description

Lockheed Martin has an exciting opportunity for a Thermal Analysis Mechanical Engineer in Dallas, TX.

This person will be a member of the Mechanical Analysis team and be responsible for the development of thermal analysis for mechanical, structural, optical, thermal, and electronic systems and assemblies.

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. MFC develops, manufactures, and supports advanced products for military customers that include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA, and dozens of foreign allies. MFC also offers a wide range of products and services for the global civil nuclear power industry and the military’s green power initiatives.

As a Thermal Analysis Engineer, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Research and development of viable thermal and structural solutions for systems and components.

  • Create and correlate analytical models to provide guidance for product development.

  • Conduct performance, structural, and thermal tests and measurements.

  • Report and document product structural and thermal performance.

  • Assess design merits with regard to product specification and reliability.

  • Work with materials and parts suppliers, including plastics, composites, wrought and cast metals, ceramics, additive materials, fans, blowers, heat sinks, and thermal interface materials.

At Lockheed Martin we 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 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (or related field).

  • Strong practical knowledge in heat transfer, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics principles, etc. demonstrated through strong academic performance, internships, projects, or other experience.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex electrical issues, demonstrated through hands-on experience.

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, demonstrated through successful group / individual projects and collaborations.

  • Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense clearance.

Desired Skills

  • Experience in active thermal control hydraulics and refrigeration as it relates to the aerospace sector.

  • Experience with Finite Element Modeling (FEM), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

  • Demonstrated strength in thermal analysis with a desire to learn more.

  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills for generating test plans, test reports, documentation, and potentially proposals are necessary.

  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-810, environmental test plans, and execution.

  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

  • Good writing and oral communication skills.

  • Proficiency in Windows/Microsoft Office Suite: Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00

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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

How this job compares

Set against the 7,381 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$58–108K/yr
  • Texas median$117–160K/yr268 salary ranges
  • US median$107–160K/yr4,426 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $83K, is 40% below the Texas median midpoint ($138K) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Engineer salary ranges in Texas.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 773 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Texas and 7,381 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (6,112 postings).
Education
5,224 of the 7,381 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (71%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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