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Description: Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

We are seeking a Dynamic Test Engineer to conduct vibration, shock, and acoustic testing in the Acoustic Vibration Laboratory (AVL). This position supports spacecraft flight and development sub-system level testing for all Lockheed Martin Space programs. You will perform as a Certified Test Conductor (CTC) in order to plan, prepare, and lead dynamic test activities. In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for test setup, data instrumentation, conducting tests, operating high value test equipment, and directing flight hardware lifts/handling. This position requires the frequent use and application of dynamic testing technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.

Summary of Key Duties for this Position

• Act as engineering test lead and Certified Test Conductor (CTC) for hands-on test setup, test operations, and tear-down for dynamic testing including acoustic, shock, and vibration testing of developmental and flight spacecraft hardware

• Design and analyze unique test solutions including fixture creation/modification and instrumentation configuration

• Create test procedures, conduct pre-test meetings, and perform data review/processing

• Gather test requirements and interface with program customers to ensure successful test execution

• Ensure the compliance with LM command media and processes

• Troubleshoot test anomalies and equipment

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Engineering - Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or a related discipline, or equivalent combined experience/education.

• Excellent technical writing, planning and communication skills.

• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and analytical skills.

• Basic instrumentation and data acquisition knowledge and experience.

• Practical knowledge of engineering theories, applications, and analysis.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with the principles and theory of dynamic testing

• Knowledge of feedback control systems and ability to interpret live control and response data

• CAD modeling and design software experience, CREO preferred

• Hands on laboratory test experience including writing technical procedures or work instructions

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and work instructions

• Experience with electrical equipment including test instrumentation selection, installation, and data recording

• Knowledge of Lockheed Martin command media and the test engineering process

• Certified Test Conductor certification

• Willingness and ability to obtain a security clearance

Clearance Level: None

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: 9x80 every other Friday off

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $70,100 - $123,625. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

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: Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First