Description: Company Mission & Program Overview
At Lockheed Martin Space, we’re shaping the future of Strategic Weapon Systems with innovation, precision, and purpose. Our teams tackle the world’s most complex engineering challenges—designing and delivering systems that safeguard national security and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

We believe our strength comes from our people. Community is core to how we operate. Employees can join a variety of Business Resource Groups—including AACE, WIN, HOLA, Military/Veterans Network, PRIDE, and others—that foster belonging, professional growth, and mentorship.
We are also deeply committed to supporting transitioning veterans as they build meaningful careers and find new purpose.

Role Overview
As a Systems Integration & Test Engineer, you will lead the planning and execution of integration and test activities for a major Space & Missile Defense (SMD) program. You will develop and execute test plans, solve complex hardware/software interface challenges, and ensure that integrated systems meet stringent performance, safety, and quality standards.

This role is ideal for engineers who thrive in hands-on environments, enjoy cross-disciplinary problem solving, and want to influence the success of mission-critical defense systems.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
Integration & Test Execution

• Develop, review, and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for subsystems and full systems.
• Conduct integration of in-house developed, COTS, and GOTS components, subsystems, and systems.
• Resolve hardware/software interface issues and define system I/O parameters.

System Verification & Analysis

• Perform testability assessments, system evaluations, and regression testing.
• Analyze test results, prepare detailed evaluation reports, and verify/validate performance compliance.
• Document discrepancies and track resolution through integration cycles.

Technical Leadership

• Establish functional and technical specifications and testing standards.
• Coordinate testing activities across programs, labs, and partner organizations.
• Support lab, ground, and flight testing for complex aerospace systems.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced engineering environment with hands-on system hardware interaction
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external partners
• Work may include laboratory, ground, and field test settings
• Occasional extended hours, alternate shifts, and travel to support testing operations
• Strong culture of safety, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning
  Basic Qualifications:Candidates must meet all requirements
• System- or subsystem-level test experience
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, off-shifts, and weekends as required

Desired Skills: “Nice-to-have” skills that strengthen candidacy

• Current LM Certified Test Conductor (CTC) certification or equivalent
• Hands-on experience with Automation Frameworks
• Engineering expertise in test discipline—particularly error prevention, safety, controls logic, data acquisition, and instrumentation
• Experience integrating lab, ground, or flight hardware systems; or supporting flight tests for missiles, spacecraft, aircraft, or launch vehicles
• Familiarity with COTS equipment integration, mechanical/electronic troubleshooting, and Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Knowledge of current Test & Measurement Equipment (T&ME) and best practices
• Experience integrating shipboard systems
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with occasional alternate shift work and travel
  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:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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:

Possible
Career Area:

Test Engineering
Type:

Full-Time
Shift:

First