Laser Communications Payload Systems Engineer

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

3d•$82,900 - $146,165•Onsite

About The Position

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, in-vest, 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 work-force 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 Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Laser Communications Payload Systems Engineer to join our team in Littleton, CO ! In this exciting role, you will be a part of a team of payload hardware and systems engineers who design, test, and verify a payload for the SDA portfolio of programs. It will also involve making use of innovative ideas to accelerate delivery of an integrated payload product, in a fixed-priced contract environment.

Requirements

Experience with flight hardware testing
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Optical Engineering, related degree, or combined equivalent education/related experience.
Experience with optical communications systems
Experience with requirements and payload specification development
Experience with test planning and execution with an understanding of all the interdependencies
Experience with System Integration and Verification
Ability to interact with hardware and software developers to ensure mission requirements are satisfied
Strong presentation skills and capable of briefing audiences of varying technical knowledge
Experience in optical testing environment
Experience with space vehicle testing
Experience working with vendors/suppliers for delivery of hardware
Active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Lead anomaly investigation and resolution on payload hardware and software
Assist in the technical development and delivery of payload hardware and software components
Trend payload performance data across all vehicles and participate in data reviews
Coordinate with IPT leads across vehicle subsystems to deliver an integrated payload product