Plans, implements, tests, documents, and maintains solutions for the integration and testing of in-house developed and COTS/GOTS components, elements, subsystems and/or systems. Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. Establishes functional and technical specifications and standards, solves hardware/software interface problems, defines input/output parameters, and ensures integration of the entire system or subsystem. Reviews, evaluates and derives requirements for testability, develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for complete systems and/or subsystems. Coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities with programs and other organizations. Performs analysis of test results and prepares comprehensive subsystem and/or system level evaluation reports which verify and validate system performance. Writes discrepancy reports and performs integration regression testing to verify/validate incorporated fixes to software, components, subsystems and systems.
Test responsibilities include conducting Thermal/Vacuum (TVAC) testing at the Space Simulation Lab (SSL) for Environmental Test Labs and Services (ETLS). Develop and implement test procedures through setup, execution, and tear down. Support Test Readiness Reviews. Ensure satisfaction of test requirements. Technical liaison between the test lab and program representatives and support organizations. Ensure all workmanship is in compliance with LMS Test Engineering Standard. Verify systems perform as expected. Troubleshoot any issues or anomalies. Interface with customers for requirements verification and procedure deviations.
Lab responsibilities include coordination with SSL Technical Leads and Operations Lead to support ongoing critical test operations. Verify programming for data acquisition and test control/monitoring. Verify thermal/vacuum system configuration management. Design/develop Mechanical Ground Systems Equipment and auxiliary fixturing for test setup. Ensure implementation of clean zone and security measures as required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Systems, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent education.
- 2 years of professional experience.
- A relevant Master’s degree may be substituted for 2 years of professional experience.
- Strong communication and procedural development skills.
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain a high level clearance.
- Certified Test Conductor certification or equivalent.
- Experience working in a thermal cycle/TVAC test lab environment.
- Experience with cryogenic systems or pressurized gas systems.
- Working knowledge or experience with CAD software.
- Current clearance.
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 Mechanical, Systems, or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent education
- Two years of professional experience
- A relevant Master's degree may substitute for two years of professional experience
- Strong communication skills
- Strong procedural development skills
- US citizenship
- Ability to obtain a high-level security clearance
- Certified Test Conductor certification or equivalent
- Experience in a thermal cycle or thermal/vacuum test lab environment
- Experience with cryogenic systems or pressurized gas systems
- Working knowledge or experience with CAD software
- Current security clearance
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