Systems Integration/Test Engineering Associate (E1) | Grand Prairie, TX (8336)

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking an entry-level Hardware Engineer to support the development of a COTS-based test-system platform that emulates tactical equipment. You will design, assemble, and validate hardware using COTS modules while interfacing with aerospace and defense standards such as ARINC429/664, CAN, RS-232, MIL-STD-1553, and related signal families.

This role offers hands-on prototyping and verification testing, with opportunities to grow in hardware architecture and

Qualifications

• STEM degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing and building hardware with COTS modules.
• Familiarity with ARINC429/664, CAN, RS-232, MIL-STD-1553 standards.
• Ability to create and maintain wiring diagrams, redline updates and BOM revisions.

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble and validate hardware using COTS modules.
• Interface with aerospace/defense communication standards (ARINC429/664, CAN, RS-232, MIL-STD-1553).
• Generate and maintain wiring diagrams and BOM revisions.
• Collaborate with peer engineers on rapid prototyping and verification testing.

Skills

COTS hardware design

Aerospace interfaces

Wiring diagrams

BOM revisions

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Standard Job Description
We are seeking an entry-level energetic Hardware Engineer to support the development of a COTS‑based test‑system platform that emulates tactical equipment. In this role you will design, assemble, and validate hardware using commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS) modules while interfacing with a variety of aerospace and defense communications standards such as ARINC 429/664, CAN, RS‑232, and related signal families. You will generate and maintain accurate wiring diagrams, redline updates, and bill‑of‑materials revisions, collaborating closely with peer engineers. The position offers hands‑on experience in rapid prototyping and verification testing within a fast‑paced, high‑visibility program, providing ample opportunity for professional growth and deeper expertise in hardware architecture and integration.

Standard Job Description
We are seeking an entry-level energetic Hardware Engineer to support the development of a COTS‑based test‑system platform that emulates tactical equipment. In this role you will design, assemble, and validate hardware using commercial off‑the‑shelf (COTS) modules while interfacing with a variety of aerospace and defense communications standards such as ARINC 429/664, CAN, RS‑232, and related signal families. You will generate and maintain accurate wiring diagrams, redline updates, and bill‑of‑materials revisions, collaborating closely with peer engineers. The position offers hands‑on experience in rapid prototyping and verification testing within a fast‑paced, high‑visibility program, providing ample opportunity for professional growth and deeper expertise in hardware architecture and integration.
Basic Qualifications
STEM degree or equivalent experience.
Desired Skills
Experience designing and building hardware with commercial‑off‑the‑shelf (COTS) modules.
Familiarity with aerospace/defense interface standards such as ARINC429/664, CAN, RS‑232, MIL‑STD‑1553, etc.
Ability to create and maintain wiring diagrams, redline updates, and bill‑of‑materials revisions.
Pay Information
Full‑Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00
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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.