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Lockheed Martin Rapid Iteration Prototype Lab Engineer in Huntsville, Alabama
Description: Role Overview
Join the Huntsville Rapid Iteration Prototype Lab (RIPL) as an early-career Project Engineer. In this hands-on role, you will help design and produce 3D-printed prototype parts that support engineering and business needs across programs. You will partner with experienced engineers to deliver fast, practical solutions in a lab environment.
Key Duties / Responsibilities
• Create and refine 3D-printed prototype parts using CAD and additive manufacturing tools
• Support multiple projects by coordinating tasks, schedules, and priorities
• Track project schedules and costs, and support customer engagement activities
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and partner teams across locations
• Contribute to lab operations that focus on speed, quality, and cost-effective solutions
• Maintain consistent processes while adapting to changing project needs
Work Environment
• Hands-on lab setting focused on rapid prototyping and iteration
• Fast-paced and collaborative, with multiple projects running in parallel
• Close partnership with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams
• Work that supports both engineering development and customer-facing efforts
Why You’ll Love This Role
• Build real hardware and see your work come to life quickly
• Gain practical experience in additive manufacturing and prototyping
• Learn directly from experienced engineers in a collaborative lab
• Contribute to projects that support a wide range of programs
• Develop project management and technical skills early in your career
Company Mission & Program Overview
The Rapid Iteration Prototype Lab (RIPL) supports engineering and business development by delivering fast, low-cost, high-quality 3D-printed solutions. The lab produces functional prototypes, tooling, shop aids, and customer demonstration pieces that help accelerate innovation across programs.
Why Lockheed Martin
• Opportunity to work on meaningful, real-world engineering challenges
• Access to advanced tools and technologies in additive manufacturing
• Collaborative environment that supports learning and growth
• Work that directly contributes to mission-focused programs
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet all of the following:
• 1+ years of related experience, or post-secondary education/training in a relevant field
• Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing, CAD, and 3D printing
• Ability to manage projects, including scheduling, cost tracking, and coordinating tasks
• Experience supporting daily work across multiple teams in a fast-paced lab environment
• Ability to collaborate with geographically dispersed teams
• Strong verbal communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to follow defined processes while adapting in a dynamic environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
Desired Skills:
These are not required but will strengthen your application :
• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
• Experience improving production workflows or troubleshooting processes
• Experience presenting work to senior leaders
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Miscellaneous Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First