Hardware Engineer Stf - E4

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Village of Liverpool (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements (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

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems seeks a hardware-focused Radar lead to guide architecture, analysis, and integration across multiple programs. You will drive technical execution, balance cost and schedule, and coordinate with customers and internal teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership of small teams on high-performance radar systems, with readiness for a DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering).
• Detailed hardware development experience.
• Ability to obtain and hold a DoD security clearance.
• Master's in Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the Radar design team, guiding architecture and hardware solutions.
• Oversee technical analysis, ensure rigorous engineering processes, and maintain product quality.
• Drive common hardware strategies to reduce cost, risk, and schedule impacts.
• Serve as liaison to customers, resolving technical issues and supporting program planning.
• Lead cross-functional teams and communicate across the product lifecycle.
• Contribute to proposal development and support program execution from concept through delivery.

Skills

Hardware development

DOD security

Leadership

Radar systems

Education

BS in engineering

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) is a global leader in advanced radar, sensor, and mission‑critical systems. We drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics to deliver cutting‑edge solutions for our customers. The Radar portfolio spans a range of air‑, land‑, and sea‑based platforms, supporting both ongoing programs and new proposals.

THE WORK

• Provide technical and programmatic leadership for the Radar design team, guiding architecture, trade‑studies, and hardware solutions.
• Oversee technical analysis, ensure rigorous engineering processes, and maintain product quality across the Radar portfolio.
• Drive common‑hardware strategies to reduce cost, risk, and schedule impacts.
• Serve as the primary liaison to internal and external customers, resolving technical issues and supporting program planning.
• Lead cross‑functional teams, fostering clear verbal and written communication throughout the product lifecycle.
• Contribute to proposal development and support program execution from concept through delivery.

Who You Are

• Possess excellent communication skills

and be able to work with minimal day to day supervision.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to comprehend and work successfully with complex systems.
• Have experience and be able to lead small groups of teams for technical execution on programs, and ability to work with program/functional management to meet objectives of entire program.
• Be an experienced hardware engineer with a proven track record leading radar or related high‑performance systems.
• Have a strong technical background in radar architecture, trade‑studies, and hardware integration
• Have the ability to navigate complex program environments, balancing technical rigor with schedule and cost constraints.

WHY JOIN US

Work on world‑class radar systems that directly impact national security and future warfighter capabilities.

Join a high‑impact team where your leadership will shape technology roadmaps and program success.

Access to continuous learning, professional development, and mentorship from senior technical leaders.

Competitive Compensation, Comprehensive Benefits, And Flexible Work Arrangements

Be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and the growth of its people—your future starts here

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.

Basic Qualifications

• Candidate must possess a BS in an engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Computer Engineering).
• Detailed HW development experience.
• Ability to obtain and hold a DOD Security clearance.

Desired Skills

• Master's in Engineering
• Cross-Functional or Integrated Product team leadership experience.
• Cost Account management (CAM) experience.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management and tracking practices.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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
• 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.