Laboratory Controls and Data Acquisition Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Laboratory Controls and Data Acquisition Engineer with Security Clearance
Job Number 714764

Description:

You will be the Laboratory Controls and Data Acquisition Engineer for the Vehicle Systems organization's laboratory team, supporting a diverse set of aircraft test laboratories within a defense contractor environment. What You Will Be Doing As the Laboratory Controls and Data Acquisition Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting advanced mechanical and electrical testing in aircraft and vehicle system development, qualification, and sustainment.

You will work with modern control systems and data acquisition systems/instrumentation, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and solve complex engineering challenges. Your responsibilities will include:
* Designing, developing, and implementing control systems and data acquisition systems for laboratory testing.
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support laboratory operations and testing.
* Mentoring junior engineers and organizing team members to accomplish larger projects.
* Supporting other laboratories within the Vehicle Systems organization, including the Fuel Test Facility, Environmental Control Systems (ECS) Lab, Bird Strike Facility, and the Design and Development Lab.
* Solving complex engineering challenges and troubleshooting issues with control systems and data acquisition systems. What's In It For You We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality?

We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Who You Are The ideal candidate will be an experienced controls and data acquisition engineer with a strong background in laboratory testing and control systems.

You will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor and lead junior engineers. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an Interim Secret clearance to start. This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field

• Experience in electrical engineering, controls, data acquisition, industrial automation, or laboratory test systems

• Strong understanding of analog and digital electronics, including schematic interpretation and system-level design

• Ability to work effectively in hands-on laboratory environments and elevated platforms
Desired

Skills:

• Strong system-level troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and instrumentation

• Experience designing and supporting data acquisition (DAQ) systems

• Hands-on experience programming Wago PLCs and distributed I/O control systems

• Proficiency in Python, including automation and application development

• Experience developing or maintaining Qt-based graphical user interfaces

• Experience with National Instruments hardware and CVI or similar test software environments

• Strong documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Experience with instrumentation such as accelerometers, pressure transducers, flow meters, thermocouples, and control valves

• Familiarity with vibration testing, modal testing, or dynamic test environments preferred

• Experience with fuel systems, ECS, or mechanical actuation systems preferred
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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