Systems Test Engineer - GMD Weapons Systems (GWS) - Security Clearance Required

Description : What We're Doing

Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks.

The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat.

The Work

As the Systems Test Engineer, you will :

• Provide testing support at various hardware in the loop test venues (both program and government venues), and at remote sites for Ground Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS)
• Execute system test to ensure defects have not been introduced into hardware and software during transportation, installation and connectivity
• Ensure hardware and software function together at various sites as they did in the development laboratory.

This position requires the ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to support business (Alaska, Colorado, and Hawaii).

Huntsville, AL is the Primary Work Location (when not on travel).

Active U.S. DoD Secret Clearance required with ability to obtain & maintain Top Secret Clearance with SCI

Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place.

Our RMS business in Huntsville, AL is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology.

We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Learn more about life in Huntsville, AL here!

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.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here!

A level 2 employee is typically junior-career and has 2+ years of professional experience.

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Basic Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and minimum of 2 years' related experience, or a Master's Degree and 0 years' related experience.
• Security Plus Certification
• Recent experience (hands on within the last 1 year) testing software and hardware for performance and functionality based on core functionality and requirements
• Recent experience (hands on within the last 1 year) with software and hardware test planning, monitoring, and test execution
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to support business (Alaska, Colorado, and Hawaii)
• Able to demonstrate proficiency in analytical thinking and problem solving skills
• Familiar with reading, writing, and execution of test case procedures
• Current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance
• Ability to obtain & maintain a Top Secret Clearance with SCI

Desired Skills :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering or related field
• Testing SW for performance and functionality based on requirement specification and ability to identify and document exact sequence of activities desired
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with technical teams and customer personnel
• Basic understanding of network infrastructure and hardware
• Experience analyzing complex problems and developing solutions based on limited direction and definition
• Experience working in team using Agile Methodologies
• CMMI Level 5 organization experience
• Experience in a Test Lead role
• Experience with Automated Testing
• Experience with Missile Defense Systems
• A current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance

Security Clearance Statement : This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level : Top Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest : By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.

Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely : Onsite Full-time : The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules : Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees.

Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position : 9x80 every other Friday off

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility.

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level : Experienced Professional

Business Unit : RMS

Relocation Available : Possible

Career Area : Test Engineering

Type : Full-Time

Shift : First