What We’re Doing
Lockheed Martin is developing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. As a leader in the defense and aerospace industry, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that exceed expectations. Our team is working on cutting-edge projects that require rigorous testing and validation to ensure product functionality and reliability.
The Work
As a Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in our team's success. Your primary responsibilities will include:
-Developing test cases and test procedures to verify product functionality
-Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize testing requirements
-Utilizing your expertise in Linux, test case architectures, run log analysis, and bash scripting to design and execute comprehensive testing protocols
-Analyzing test results and identifying areas for improvement
Who We Are
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of advanced defense and aerospace systems. Our team is comprised of talented professionals who are passionate about delivering innovative solutions that make a difference. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that values excellence.
Who You Are
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Test Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have:
-Experience and/or knowledge of Linux, test case architectures, run log analysis, and bash scripting
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-Excellent communication and collaboration skills
-Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Why Join Us
-Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
-Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area.
- Qualified candidate must have a DoD Final Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this position or higher
- Proficiency with writing and executing software test procedures
- Experience authoring and executing test procedures
- Experience with trouble shooting (defect identification, root cause analysis)
- Experience with verification of test objectives
- Knowledge of ground test design and data collection for a complex missile defense program
- Must have experience in using analytical tools that assess the system level performance
- Experience with Linux/RedHat
- Experience presenting test analysis or test procedures to customer/stakeholders
-Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
-Experience with test case architecture
-Knowledge of System Engineering for test campaign and test event design processes in support of system assessment
-Understanding performance characterization of battle management and command and control functions
-Knowledge of MDS kill chain including radar acquisition, tracking, and discrimination; battle manager engagement planning, warfighter interaction, and engagement coordination with other MDS systems; and interceptor acquisition, tracking, and discrimination
-Must be able to work independently as well as part of a geographically distributed team
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00
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.
Skills Required
- DoD Final Secret Security Clearance or higher
- Proficiency writing and executing software test procedures
- Experience authoring and executing test procedures
- Experience with troubleshooting, defect identification, and root cause analysis
- Experience verifying test objectives
- Knowledge of ground test design and data collection for a complex missile defense program
- Experience using analytical tools to assess system-level performance
- Experience with Linux/Red Hat
- Experience presenting test analysis or test procedures to customers or stakeholders
- Proficiency in AI prompting as applied to the position
- Experience with test case architecture
- Knowledge of systems engineering for test campaign and test event design
- Understanding of battle management and command-and-control performance characterization
- Knowledge of the MDS kill chain, radar operations, battle management, warfighter interaction, and interceptor operations
- Ability to work independently and with geographically distributed teams
Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lockheed Martin and has not been reviewed or approved by Lockheed Martin.
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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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What We Do
Customer Focus, Innovation and Purpose are Built Into Everything We Do. Lockheed Martin. Your Mission is Ours ™. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.
