Space Test Software Engineer TS/SCI Required

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation is seeking an engineer to support test engineering activities across Special Programs Remote Sensing (SPRS). You will deploy and maintain test environments and tools, focusing on C2 integration and continuous improvement of testing methodologies across multiple programs.

The role involves hands-on setup of test environments, C2 maintenance, troubleshooting, and developing test tools with Python, contributing to a collaborative multi-program team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience in space vehicle command packetization and telemetry decommutation.
• Knowledge of space command and control (C2) systems.
• Experience with TCP/IP and UDP protocols.
• Space vehicle system‑level test engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain test environments across multiple programs, including C2 systems, embedding with program teams as needed.
• Implement program-specific C2 capabilities and integrate our common scripting framework with the various C2 applications used across different programs.
• Troubleshoot test environment, tooling, and integration issues to keep test campaigns on schedule.
• Develop, maintain, and support test tools, including those on our Constellation platform for command and control, telemetry visualization, and post-test review.
• Develop, execute, and debug space vehicle system‑level test scripts in Python across multiple subsystems.
• Evaluate and adopt new test methodologies, and provide technical guidance and training to program personnel on the use of test software tools.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Test engineering experience

C2 systems knowledge

TCP/IP/UDP protocols

Python scripting

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Independence across teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field

Tools

Websat

VUER

STARS

EASY Framework

Job description

Standard Job Description

Our space test software team is seeking an engineer to support test engineering activities across Special Programs Remote Sensing (SPRS). This role focuses on deploying and maintaining the test environments and tools that engineering teams rely on, with emphasis on command and control (C2) integration and continuous improvement of test methodologies. The ideal candidate can work across multiple programs, providing hands‑on support for test environment setup, C2 maintenance, troubleshooting, and test tool development. This is a collaborative, multi‑program role suited to an engineer who enjoys variety and takes satisfaction in enabling test engineering teams to succeed.

Our space test software team is seeking an engineer to support test engineering activities across Special Programs Remote Sensing (SPRS). This role focuses on deploying and maintaining the test environments and tools that engineering teams rely on, with emphasis on command and control (C2) integration and continuous improvement of test methodologies. The ideal candidate can work across multiple programs, providing hands‑on support for test environment setup, C2 maintenance, troubleshooting, and test tool development. This is a collaborative, multi‑program role suited to an engineer who enjoys variety and takes satisfaction in enabling test engineering teams to succeed.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Deploy and maintain test environments across multiple programs, including command and control (C2) systems, embedding with program teams as needed.
• Implement program-specific C2 capabilities and integrate our common scripting framework with the various C2 applications used across different programs.
• Troubleshoot test environment, tooling, and integration issues to keep test campaigns on schedule.
• Develop, maintain, and support test tools, including those on our Constellation platform for command and control, telemetry visualization, and post-test review.
• Develop, execute, and debug space vehicle system‑level test scripts in Python across multiple subsystems.
• Evaluate and adopt new test methodologies, and provide technical guidance and training to program personnel on the use of test software tools.

Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Designs, develops, documents, tests, and debugs software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Corrects program errors, prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Ability to work full time on site
• Active TS/SCI
• Experience with space vehicle command packetization and telemetry decommutation
• Knowledge of space command and control (C2) systems
• Experience with TCP/IP and UDP protocols
• Space vehicle system‑level test engineering experience

Desired Skills

• Experience writing and executing space vehicle system‑level test scripts in Python across multiple subsystems
• Experience working with complex electrical ground support equipment (EGSE), including RF racks
• Experience integrating scripting frameworks with command and control (C2) applications
• Experience with legacy EASY team tools, including Websat, VUER, STARS, and the EASY Framework
• Ability and willingness to deploy to multiple programs to support test script development and complex test engineering problems
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently across cross‑functional teams
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide technical support and guidance to program teams

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $150800.00 - $280000.00

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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.