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Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Manage, develop and execute Orion Test Laboratory system and subsystem projects including integration and test plans, procedures, and schedules.
- Integrate and test in-house-developed, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), and government off-the-shelf (GOTS) components, elements, subsystems, and systems.
- Translate customer and contractual requirements into solutions that account for technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
- Establish functional and technical specifications and standards needed for integration and testing.
- Identify and resolve hardware/software interface issues.
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
To be considered, candidates must meet all requirements listed:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline or equivalent professional experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience in performing system- or subsystem-level integration and testing, including developing or executing test plans, procedures, or related test activities.
- Experience analyzing and documenting test results and resolving or verifying discrepancies.
- US citizenship is required for this role
- Willingness and ability to work extended hours, alternate/off-shifts, and weekends as required by program needs.
- Familiarity with Orion spacecraft architecture, subsystems and Orion Flight Hardware architecture
- Familiarity with Space programs, flight specifications, and/or COTS electronic equipment
- Experience in integrated avionics and software test environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
- Mechanical interconnect experience
- Product Lifecycle ownership/management
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent engineering work experience
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00
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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
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
- At least 1 year of system- or subsystem-level integration and testing experience, including developing or executing test plans, procedures, or related test activities
- Experience analyzing and documenting test results and resolving or verifying discrepancies
- U.S. citizenship
- Willingness and ability to work extended hours, alternate or off-shifts, and weekends as required
- Familiarity with Orion spacecraft architecture, subsystems, and flight hardware architecture
- Familiarity with space programs, flight specifications, and COTS electronic equipment
- Experience in integrated avionics and software test environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
- Mechanical interconnect experience
- Product lifecycle ownership or management experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or equivalent engineering work experience
- 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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