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Lockheed Martin is seeking an Experienced Electronics Engineer to serve as a Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) for a high‑performance system. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing production readiness, ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards, and driving continuous‑improvement initiatives for the design. This role will collaborate closely internally as well as with industry partner teams to translate system requirements into manufacturable solutions while maintaining traceability and configuration control.
This position does not support teleworking; you must be able to work at either our Littleton, CO or Sunnyvale, CA campuses and be expected to work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full-time.
What does this role look like?
The Digital and Analog Talent Center is seeking an experienced Responsible Engineer/Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) to lead the test and integration of digital electronics systems. This role offers the opportunity to build expertise in the technical disciplines required to design and deliver complex digital products while providing technical leadership to ensure products meet customer requirements.
Key Activities
- Support digital products including digital processing, software-defined radio, command & data handling, controls & avionics, and other digital systems supporting Lockheed Martin space and missile programs.
- Apply expertise in FPGA/ASIC design, Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design, embedded software, FPGA gateware, systems engineering, requirements management, integration & test, GNC, and electrical engineering.
- Lead technical evaluations of designs and requirements verification.
To Be Effective
- Experience as a Responsible Engineer/Product Lead for analog and digital electronics.
- Experience working with subcontractors and sub-tier suppliers.
- Familiarity with engineering processes, failure investigations/root cause analysis, and Failure Review Boards.
- Experience supporting aerospace electronic component development through multiple phases.
The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:
Researches, designs, develops, and tests a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including radar and radiation detection equipment; radio, television and other communications equipment and systems; circuitry components; analog and digital computers; and control and test equipment.
- Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Working knowledge or experience with Systems Engineering concepts and processes including vehicle or subsystem design, test and integration.
- Experience in leading a team, accomplishing both strategic objectives and execution of programs.
- Active or current TS/SCI clearance, thus US citizenship is required.
- Certification and training as Responsible Engineer, or equivalent
- Ability to build key relationships across organizations internally within LM and externally with government customers to achieve organizational and program goals
- Exemplary written and verbal communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal team building skills to effectively engage team members as well as elevate appropriate issues to management
- Experience writing requirements specification and Interface documents
- Experience working in a lab environment, familiar with troubleshooting tools and troubleshooting mindset
- Proficiency with MS Office Products
- Team player with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate and coordinate work as one team with common goals
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00
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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.
Skills Required
- Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Working knowledge or experience with systems engineering concepts and processes, including vehicle or subsystem design, test, and integration
- Experience leading a team and accomplishing strategic objectives and program execution
- Active or current TS/SCI security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Experience as a Responsible Engineer or Product Lead for analog and digital electronics
- Experience working with subcontractors and sub-tier suppliers
- Familiarity with engineering processes, failure investigations, root-cause analysis, and Failure Review Boards
- Experience supporting aerospace electronic component development through multiple phases
- Certification and training as a Responsible Engineer or equivalent
- Ability to build relationships across internal organizations, external partners, and government customers
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal team-building skills
- Experience writing requirements specifications and interface documents
- Experience working in a laboratory environment and using troubleshooting tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate work toward common goals
- Proficiency in AI prompting as applied to the position
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
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Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.
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