Systems Integration & Test Engineering Lead - Grand Prairie, TX

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking an experienced Integration, Test, and Evaluation (IT&E) Lead Engineer to support an advanced program Launcher and Missile Integration live flight tests at White Sands Missile Range. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions, and you will play a key role in providing technical coaching and mentoring, work assignments, employee career development, and continuous employee feedback. What You Will Be Doing Responsibilities include integration and test of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) based munitions with High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS, M142) Launchers, flight test range planning, coordination, and execution. The candidate is responsible for the development of program deliverables, supporting program meetings and reporting, and supporting customer meetings and periodic program reviews. The candidate should also demonstrate the ability to coordinate with personnel from different functional areas to prepare the needed resources for successful completion of testing. Key Duties: Develops, prepares, and executes comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules supporting launcher integration tests and flight tests. Prepare and support technical interchange meetings, customer design reviews, Test Readiness Reviews and Pre-Ship Reviews. Be the main LM interface to the customer test team and be responsible for ensuring on-time deliveries of program work products to the customer. Provides troubleshooting leadership, identify cause and corrective action to resolve technical production problems and develop re-test instructions when needed. Identify and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and increase the repeatability, efficiency, and throughput of test operations. Ensure that configuration management is maintained with all documentation. Why Join Us We're looking for an experienced and skilled IT&E flight test engineer to join our team. If you have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related discipline with 5 years of professional experience or 3 years of professional experience with a related Master's degree, we encourage you to apply. As a strong leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, you will thrive in this role, contributing to the success of our programs and advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment. Candidates will be trained in the safe operation of the Launchers and must pass a driving test and safety exam prior to supporting launcher testing. Travel to White Sands Missile Range, NM < 10% to support flight tests. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. An Interim Secret Clearance required to start. #mfcnews

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with at least 5 years of professional experience or 3 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Experience with earned value systems to assist in test planning and conduct.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish priorities, coordinate personnel schedules, and allocate resources effectively, driving seamless project execution and team success.
Proficient in Windows-based applications
Basic electrical, software, and mechanical engineering skills with the ability to teach others.
Interim Secret Clearance required to start

Nice To Haves

Experience with High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS, M142) Launchers and Launcher Integration Testing.
Well-honed writing and verbal communication skills and experience with briefing our US Government team members and Lockheed Martin Management.
Experience with Multiple Launch Rocket System Family of Munitions (MFOM) and Launchers is a plus.
Knowledgeable in Agile processes with the ability to use JIRA for tracking software issues.
Demonstrate the ability to coordinate comfortably with different disciplines to fabricate, integrate, and test flight hardware.
Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot problems and coordinate other integration participants for I&T program efficiency.
Deliver effective customer presentations that include performance results, schedule status, and corrective action details.
Demonstrate awareness of test equipment management including function, calibration and security requirements.
Verify that test data is recorded and cataloged appropriately.

Responsibilities

Develops, prepares, and executes comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules supporting launcher integration tests and flight tests.
Prepare and support technical interchange meetings, customer design reviews, Test Readiness Reviews and Pre-Ship Reviews.
Be the main LM interface to the customer test team and be responsible for ensuring on-time deliveries of program work products to the customer.
Provides troubleshooting leadership, identify cause and corrective action to resolve technical production problems and develop re-test instructions when needed.
Identify and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and increase the repeatability, efficiency, and throughput of test operations.
Ensure that configuration management is maintained with all documentation.