Hardware Engineer - E2

Lockheed Martin; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Colorado Springs is seeking a Level 2 Hardware Engineer with a Final Secret clearance to design, test, and integrate hardware components for defense and space applications.

The role requires hardware installation and design experience, travel up to 10%, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This Emerging Professional level 2 position expects 1+ years of experience and a BS degree.

Qualifications

• Hardware installation and design experience required.
• Ability to read cable drawings.
• Active Secret Clearance required for consideration.
• Willingness to travel 10% locally.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to research, design, development, and testing of hardware and components.
• Develops installation designs for components into chassis, racks, and shelters.
• Plans and coordinates project documentation to meet contract and company requirements.
• Prepares specifications, evaluates vendors, and analyzes test reports.

Skills

Hardware installation

Hardware design

Cable drawings

Travel 10% locally

Lifting 50 pounds

Secret clearance

Spectrum analyzers

FireBird analyzer

Obsolescence management

Inventory management

Ground systems integration

Systems engineering

VoIP experience

Education

BS degree

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

FireBird network analyzer

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

Standard Job Description

Standard Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING

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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

THE WORK

Lockheed Martin is seeking a skilled Level 2 Hardware Engineer with a Final Secret security clearance to work from our beautiful Colorado Springs location.

Standard Job Description

• Conducts or participates in the research, design, development, and testing of COTS or custom computing hardware and/or other electrical components.
• Develops designs for the installation of components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, customer facilities, and/or shelters.
• Plans, directs, reviews and coordinates preparation of project documentation to ensure customer contract and company requirements are met.
• Prepares specifications, evaluates vendors, and analyzes test reports.

This is an Emerging Professional (level 2) ROLE where candidates typically require 1+ years of professional experience and a BS degree.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world‑class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits: Lockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Here Are Some Of The Benefits You Can Enjoy:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

Basic Qualifications

• Hardware Installation experience
• Experience with hardware design and documentation
• Understand cable drawings
• Must be willing to travel 10% locally
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• An active Secret Clearance is required for consideration

Desired Skills

• Ability to operate spectrum analyzers/ firebird network analyzer
• Ability to travel to install sites and lab/test locations
• Obsolescence Management
• Inventory Management
• Ground Systems integration
• Systems engineering or EE background/experience
• VoIP experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.