Systems Engineer Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Systems Engineer, Integration Lab Senior (level 3) for the Skunk Works team to deliver hardware-centric verification and testing. You will perform system integration, design hardware for SIL, establish HWIL, and coordinate with software, systems engineers, and customers, while maintaining docs and config-management in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline.
• Experience with Avionics Systems Integration and Test or Laboratory Hardware development.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations.
• Design and integrate hardware equipment for the Systems Integration Labs (SIL).
• Establish Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) and closed-loop development/testing in the SIL.
• Interface with software developers, systems engineers, and customers to support verification activities.
• Maintain design documentation and adhere to configuration-management requirements.

Skills

Avionics I&T

System integration

Hardware lab development

HWIL design

LabView

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

LabView

Job description

Standard Job Description

Job Description :

You will be the Systems Engineer, Integration Lab Senior (level 3) for the Skunk Works (Advanced Development Program) team which is responsible for turning visionary aircraft concepts into operational reality.

What You Will Be Doing

As the System Engineer, Integration Lab Sr you will be responsible for delivering hardware-centric solutions that enable rapid system verification and testing.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations.


• Design and integrate hardware equipment for the Systems Integration Labs (SIL).


• Establish Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) and closed-loop development/testing in the SIL.


• Interface with software developers, systems engineers, and customers to support verification activities.


• Maintain design documentation and adhere to configuration-management requirements.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative, detail‑oriented engineer with a proven ability to translate complex requirements into reliable hardware solutions. You thrive in fast‑paced, innovative environments, communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams, and are driven by the impact your work has on cutting‑edge aerospace programs.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position in practice.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline


• Demonstrated experience with Avionics Systems Integration and Test or Laboratory Hardware development and buildup

Desired Skills

• Avionics and SIL experience/background, planning and I&T experience / background, experience with requirements development and integration and test processes, strong laboratory skills, flight test experience


• Experience with Sub-System Integration, working in a System Integration Lab and troubleshooting system integration anomalies


• CompTIA Security+, Network+, or A+ certification desired in candidate would need to obtain certification upon being hired for this position


• Experience in computing systems (Processing, Network, Storage, Display technologies)


• Experience modifying and maintaining system test procedures.


• Proficiency in cable fabrication, installation and troubleshooting (BNC, ENET, RF, Fiber Optic, data).


• Experience with the deployment and configuration management of hardware components


• Experience in LabView


• Experience with RF design and troubleshooting


• Familiarity with communications protocols such as USB, ethernet, serial and video

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

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.