Staff Test Engineer - Clearance Required

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Education assistance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Test Engineer to design and execute test cases ensuring product functionality for complex missile defense systems.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop test procedures, analyze results, and apply Linux, test case architectures, run log analysis, and bash scripting to drive rigorous testing.

Candidates must hold a DoD Final Secret security clearance or higher and have proven ability to work independently and in distributed teams.

Qualifications

• DoD Final Secret Security Clearance required or higher.
• Proficiency with writing and executing software test procedures.
• Experience authoring and executing test procedures.
• Experience with troubleshooting (defect identification, root cause analysis).
• Experience with verification of test objectives.
• Knowledge of ground test design and data collection for a complex missile defense program.
• Experience using analytical tools that assess system-level performance.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a geographically distributed team.

Responsibilities

• Developing test cases and test procedures to verify product functionality.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize testing requirements.
• Utilizing Linux, test case architectures, run log analysis, and bash scripting to design and execute testing protocols.
• Analyzing test results and identifying areas for improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Distributed teamwork

Tools

Linux

bash scripting

test case architectures

log analysis

Job description

What We’re Doing

Lockheed Martin is developing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. As a leader in the defense and aerospace industry, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that exceed expectations. Our team is working on cutting-edge projects that require rigorous testing and validation to ensure product functionality and reliability.

Standard Job Description

Lockheed Martin is developing innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. As a leader in the defense and aerospace industry, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that exceed expectations. Our team is working on cutting-edge projects that require rigorous testing and validation to ensure product functionality and reliability.

The Work

As a Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in our team's success. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Developing test cases and test procedures to verify product functionality
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize testing requirements
• Utilizing your expertise in Linux, test case architectures, run log analysis, and bash scripting to design and execute comprehensive testing protocols
• Analyzing test results and identifying areas for improvement

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of advanced defense and aerospace systems. Our team is comprised of talented professionals who are passionate about delivering innovative solutions that make a difference. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that values excellence.

Who You Are

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Test Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience and/or knowledge of Linux, test case architectures, run log analysis, and bash scripting
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

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 at and outside of work

Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area.

Basic Qualifications

• Qualified candidate must have a DoD Final Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this position or higher
• Proficiency with writing and executing software test procedures
• Experience authoring and executing test procedures
• Experience with trouble shooting (defect identification, root cause analysis)
• Experience with verification of test objectives
• Knowledge of ground test design and data collection for a complex missile defense program
• Must have experience in using analytical tools that assess the system level performance
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a geographically distributed team

Desired Skills

• Experience with Linux/RedHat
• Experience presenting test analysis or test procedures to customer/stakeholders
• Experience with test case architecture
• Knowledge of System Engineering for test campaign and test event design processes in support of system assessment
• Understanding performance characterization of battle management and command and control functions
• Knowledge of MDS kill chain including radar acquisition, tracking, and discrimination; battle manager engagement planning, warfighter interaction, and engagement coordination with other MDS systems; and interceptor acquisition, tracking, and discrimination
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

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, 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.