Dynamic Test Engineer

LMCareers Business Unit

SPACE

Security Clearance

None

Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that’s built for you.

We are seeking a Dynamic Test Engineer to conduct vibration, shock, and acoustic testing in the Acoustic Vibration Laboratory (AVL). This position supports spacecraft flight and development sub-system level testing for all Lockheed Martin Space programs. You will perform as a Certified Test Conductor (CTC) in order to plan, prepare, and lead dynamic test activities. In this hands-on position, you will be responsible for test setup, data instrumentation, conducting tests, operating high value test equipment, and directing flight hardware lifts/handling. This position requires the frequent use and application of dynamic testing technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.

Summary of Key Duties for this Position

• Act as engineering test lead and Certified Test Conductor (CTC) for hands-on test setup, test operations, and tear-down for dynamic testing including acoustic, shock, and vibration testing of developmental and flight spacecraft hardware
• Design and analyze unique test solutions including fixture creation/modification and instrumentation configuration
• Create test procedures, conduct pre-test meetings, and perform data review/processing
• Gather test requirements and interface with program customers to ensure successful test execution
• Ensure the compliance with LM command media and processes
• Troubleshoot test anomalies and equipment

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Engineering – Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or a related discipline, or equivalent combined experience/education.
• Excellent technical writing, planning and communication skills.
• Basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Basic instrumentation and data acquisition knowledge and experience.
• Practical knowledge of engineering theories, applications, and analysis.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

Work Schedule

9×80 every other Friday off