Circuit Design Engineer III, Avionics

Lockheed Martin; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Sunnyvale, CA is hiring an Avionics Circuit Design Engineer to develop, integrate, and produce a state-of-the-art avionics electronics product in a rigorous Integrated Product Development environment. This on-site role follows a 9x80 schedule with no telework.

Requirements include a BS in Electrical Engineering, circuit design experience, electronics analysis (Worst Case, EPRS), and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (US citizenship).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience designing digital and/or analog circuits.
• Experience performing electronics analysis (Worst Case Analysis, Electrical Parts Stress Analysis).
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and build the circuitry of the electronics product.
• Collaborate with PWB, GNC, FPGA, and test equipment teams to integrate and checkout hardware.
• Develop checkout and test procedures to bring hardware to Acceptance/Qualification and ready for flight.

Skills

Digital/Analog circuit design

Electronics analysis

Schematic capture experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Zuken

PSPICE

Saber

Job description

Standard Job Description

oin Our Team as an Avionics Circuit Design Engineer where you will work on the development of a sophisticated state-of-the-art avionics product in a world class Integrated Product Development environment. Location: This position does not support teleworking; you will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in: Sunnyvale CA and be expected to work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full-time.

About Lockheed Martin Space

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.

What does this role look like?

This is an Avionics Circuit Design Engineer role where you will work on the development, integration, and production of a sophisticated state-of the-art electronics product in a world class Integrated Product Development environment.

Key Activities You Will Accomplish In This Role

• Design and build the circuitry of the electronics product.
• Collaborate with Printed Wiring Board, Guidance, Navigation & Control, FPGA, and Special Test Equipment teams to construct and checkout this hardware.
• Design and prepare the checkout and test procedures to bring this hardware product to Acceptance and Qualification, ensuring the product meets customer requirements and ready for flight.

To Be Effective In This Role, You Will Need

• Experience with design of digital or analog circuits and performing electronics analysis (Worst Cast Analysis or Electrical Parts Stress Analysis).
• Experience in schematic capture (i.e. Zuken) or electronics simulation software (i.e. PSPICE).
• 3+ years professional experience.
• While no clearance is needed to start in this position, you will need to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required.

Designs and develops circuits used in electronic devices. Responsible for layout and mask design, device evaluation and characterization, test box design, prototype construction and checkout, and determination of wafer fabrication processes. Prepares test methods and specifications; analyzes equipment to establish operating data and conducts experimental tests; provides finished device approval; and prepares customer application information.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Experience with design of digital or analog circuits.
• Experience performing electronics analysis (Worst Case Analysis, Electrical Parts Stress Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Critical Analysis).
• While no clearance is needed to start in this position, you will need to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required.

Desired Skills

• Experience on Space and/or Missile Defense Missions.
• Experience in electronic systems schematic creation and interpretation, and Electronics Modeling/Simulation Software such as SPICE.
• Experience in schematic capture using Zuken or similar software.
• Experience with PSPICE, Saber or other electronics simulation software experience.
• Demonstrated good communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to peers, stakeholders, subcontractors and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a exciting, dynamic, collaborative team environment and to shape consensus among peers and effective relationships with team members.
• Demonstrated thorough problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Adaptable to new situations and demonstrate self-initiative in solving complex problems.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $122600.00 - $227600.00

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
• 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.