Mechanical Engineer, HVAC, Sr.

Job ID: 681211BR Date posted: Nov. 18, 2024 Program: PLSSS
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The Payload Launch Sites Support Services (PLSSS) Program provides all launch processing support functions for Office of Space Launch (OSL). The program’s two primary operating locations are Vandenberg AFB, CA and Cape Canaveral AFS, FL. Key elements of the PLSSS program scope include satellite launch processing, satellite transport operations, satellite propellant loading operations, and satellite processing facilities O&M, clean room operations, and safety and environmental services.

The Engineer selected for this position will provide direct support for maintenance, operation, and project planning for HVAC projects for multiple facilities.

This role’s primary duty will consist of overseeing facility HVAC systems by:
• Executing preventative maintenance procedures with technicians
• Investigating and troubleshooting HVAC anomalies with technicians
• Generating work authorizing documents
• Implementing upgrades and proposing design changes
• Preparing and updating drawings, plans, and procedures
• Preparing purchase requisitions
• And improving existing preventative maintenance procedures.

This role may also:
- Identify scope of work for mechanical designs (HVAC/Utilities) based on preliminary review of customer requirements.
- Assess and analyze the operation of existing systems using detailed trend analyses.
- Make calculations using engineering formulas and skills for design such as heating and cooling loads, equipment sizing, etc.
- Implement small design upgrade projects or provide technical expertise for large projects.
- Update documentation to be incorporated in drawings by drafters and configuration mgt.
- Prepare detailed estimates and develops probable cost estimates for projects within the business unit.

Candidates for this position must have US Citizenship and ability to obtain TS/SCI w/Poly Clearance.


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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar, from an accredited college.
• Minimum of 4 years of combined Engineering Experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and documentation skills.
• Candidates for this position must have US Citizenship and the ability to obtain TS/SCI w/Poly Clearance.
Desired Skills:
• Knowledge of psychometrics, fluid systems, and heat transfer.
• Familiarity with cleanroom systems and Direct Digital Control (DDC) Systems as applied to HVAC systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply mechanical system codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity with the following: ASHRAE and NFPA standards; Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC); Predictive Maintenance Technologies (PdM); and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) practices.
• Experience developing technical documentation including system configuration documentation and process & instrumentation diagrams.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, design, and implementation.
• Experience with the design, analysis, operation, and maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Familiarity with Section 608 of the Clean Air Act (Refrigerant Management Requirements).
• Ability to develop maintenance requirements and documentation for complex HVAC systems based on RCM analysis.
• Possessing a TS/SCI clearance with counterintelligence polygraph.
• Experience with MAXIMO.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and documentation skills.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
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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.

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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Mechanical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First