Sonar Systems Test Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,000; 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

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) in Manassas, Virginia seeks a Test Engineer to design, review, and implement test methodologies for the SQQ-89 sonar suite. You will collaborate with industry‑leading professionals and contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Required Navy background as STG/STS, leadership rank (E-5/E-6) preferred, and willingness to travel up to 25%. A degree in Computer Science or related field is highly desirable; strong problem‑solving and communication skills

Qualifications

• Navy background – Surface Sonar Technician (STG) or Submarine Sonar Technician (STS).
• Leadership rank – Preferably E‑5 or E‑6; other ranks considered based on experience.
• Technician expertise – Maintenance or on‑the‑job troubleshooting of APB‑15/ACB‑15 (or newer) equipment; resolve SQQ‑89 issues.
• Travel - Willing/able to travel to customer site up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Develop & Execute Test Cases – Design, review, and implement new test methodologies for the SQQ‑89 sonar suite.
• Technical Review – Analyze system documentation and requirements; provide input to Systems Engineering.
• Requirement‑Based Testing – Perform witnessed tests, capture results, and distribute reports to stakeholders.
• Fleet Issue Replication – Recreate field problems in lab for root‑cause analysis and resolution.
• Issue Documentation – Record deficiencies with clear steps and detailed descriptions.
• Test‑Environment Integration – Configure test scenarios and connect equipment to SQQ‑89 hardware.

Skills

Navy sonar background

Leadership (E-5/E-6)

Technical troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

APB-15/ACB-15

SQQ-89 sonar suite

Job description

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we partner with our customers to deliver innovative solutions while upholding the highest standards of business ethics. By pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we achieve exceptional results for our global customers. As a Lockheed Martin employee you’ll make a meaningful impact in an environment that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence.

The Work

Responsibilities

LockheedMartin RMS is seeking a Test Engineer in Manassas, Virginia. In this role you will collaborate with industry‑leading design professionals and contribute to groundbreaking projects. Your responsibilities include:

• Develop & Execute Test Cases – Design, review, and implement new test methodologies for the SQQ‑89 sonar suite.
• Technical Review – Analyze system documentation and requirements; provide actionable input to the Systems Engineering team.
• Requirement‑Based Testing – Perform witnessed system‑requirement tests, capture results, and distribute reports to all stakeholders.
• Fleet Issue Replication – Evaluate field‑reported problems and recreate them in the laboratory to support root‑cause analysis and resolution.
• Issue Documentation – Record deficiencies in the SQQ‑89 and its external interfaces with clear, reproducible steps and detailed descriptions.
• Test‑Environment Integration – Partner with system integrators to configure test scenarios and connect simulation/stimulation equipment to the SQQ‑89 hardware.

Basic Qualifications

To excel in this role you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Navy background – Surface Sonar Technician (STG) or Submarine Sonar Technician (STS).
• Leadership rank – Preferably E‑5 or E‑6; other ranks will be considered based on depth of experience.
• Technician expertise – Maintenance or on‑the‑job troubleshooting of APB‑15/ACB‑15 (or newer) equipment; proven ability to resolve complex SQQ‑89 issues.
• Travel - Selected candidate must be willing/able to travel to customer site as needed, up to 25%.

Desired Skills

• Critical thinking – Demonstrated analytical problem‑solving in high‑tempo, mission‑critical environments.
• Microsoft Office Skills – Proficiency with the full Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Communication – Strong oral and written skills; comfortable presenting technical data to diverse audiences.
• Qualifications – Area Supervisor or Sonar Supervisor qualified (preferred); ESWS or SS qualified (preferred); CSOOW (preferred).
• Professionalism – Ability to handle high‑stress, high‑demand situations; exercise sound judgment and discretion when reporting system‑impacting defects.
• Computer‑Science Background – A degree in Computer Science or a closely related field is highly desirable, especially when combined with fleet experience.

Why Join Us

Your Health

• Your Wealth
• Your Life Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life both at and outside of work.

You will apply your real‑world Navy sonar expertise to shape the next generation of anti‑submarine warfare capabilities. This role offers the chance to work with cutting‑edge technology, solve challenging technical problems, and make a direct impact on fleet readiness. If you thrive in demanding environments and are eager to transition your operational experience into a high‑impact engineering career.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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.