Test Engineer Senior - Level 3

Lockheed Martin•Fort Worth, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

As the Test Engineer Senior - Level 3, you will be responsible for combining project-management leadership with hands-on mechanical-design engineering to deliver test-equipment hardware and related mechanical solutions across multiple production programs. Your responsibilities will include coordinating test-equipment procurement, repairs, calibrations, and sustainment with Production Ops, MTE, Metrology, suppliers, and repair shops. You will also maintain accurate configuration baselines and inventory of all test equipment in partnership with the Design Lead. This role involves leading 3-D modeling (Catia/AutoCAD) of subsystem test platforms, translating system requirements into specifications, and producing tooling/maintenance instructions. You will apply knowledge of fuel, hydraulic, and other aircraft subsystems to validate performance through mechanical test equipment. Additionally, you will develop requirements, conduct supplier drawing reviews, manage EET, create/revise tool-maintenance documentation, and coordinate equipment repairs.

Requirements

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
Selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects, track business metrics (cost, schedule, quality), and deliver on time and within budget.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, system schematics, and CAD drawings.
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting functions (e.g., Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Test Engineering, or other Production Support organizations).
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technology discipline (e.g., Engineering Technology).
Mechanical Troubleshooting Experience – Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve problems with hydraulic, pneumatic, and fuel system components.
Hands on experience with test equipment and automated test frameworks (e.g., RTS, VSWR, etc.).
Familiarity with CAD/CAE tools (Catia, AutoCAD)
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Experience with Mechanical Testing – Ability to develop and execute test plans for air-box assemblies, covering pressure-rise/run-down cycles, leak-rate verification, burst-pressure testing, and functional validation of inlet/outlet flow paths.
Strong communication skills—both verbal and written—to interact with peers, internal/external customers, management, and production technicians daily.
Active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Coordinate test-equipment procurement, repairs, calibrations, and sustainment with Production Ops, MTE, Metrology, suppliers, and repair shops.
Maintain accurate configuration baselines and inventory of all test equipment in partnership with the Design Lead.
Lead 3-D modeling (Catia/AutoCAD) of subsystem test platforms, translate system requirements into specifications, and produce tooling/maintenance instructions.
Apply knowledge of fuel, hydraulic and other aircraft subsystems to validate performance through mechanical test equipment.
Develop requirements, conduct supplier drawing reviews, manage EET, create/revise tool-maintenance documentation, and coordinate equipment repairs.