Certified Principal Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-22
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Description:
'Ahead of Ready'
At Lockheed Martin, we are shaping the future of space exploration and defense. As a leader in the new space age, we are known for our pioneering spirit, collaborative partnerships, innovative thinking, and commitment to building remarkable products.
Our team is dedicated to making a positive impact on the world by leveraging our unique skills and experiences to tackle complex engineering challenges. We are passionate about delivering exceptional results and creating a better tomorrow.
We are at the forefront of hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of this exciting journey. Our Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program is creating the first hypersonic system for the U.S. Navy, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team. If you share our passion for innovation and our commitment to making a difference in the world, we welcome you to join us.
Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer Staff to join the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) Platform Systems element as a Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) responsible for CPS Launcher Data Acquisition Systems (DAS).
Responsibilities:- Responsible for the requirements, design, production, and procurement oversight, acceptance test approval, and delivery of Launcher Data Acquisition Systems for CPS Launchers.
- Responsible for operation of Launcher Data Acquisition Systems during CPS Ground Test and Flight Tests.
- Expectation to complete training and certification required to become a LM CPS Certified Principle Engineer (CPE).
- Travel Requirements:
Travel expected for extended periods (up to 1 month durations at a time) to support significant test campaigns at government test ranges.
- Experience with ground test system designs for data capture.
- Experience with system integration testing.
- Ability and willingness to travel for extended periods.
- Willingness and eligibility to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.
- Degree in Systems, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- LM Space CPE or delegate training, experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Navy customer interaction (surface, submarine, or strategic systems).
- Quality nonconforming material disposition support (repair, re‑use determinations).
- Failure Review Board technical support;
Root Cause and Corrective Action training and experience. - Active or current Secret clearance.
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:Secret
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest:
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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full‑time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from a standard 40‑hour, 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.
Schedule for this Position:
9x80 every other Friday off
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $109,200 – $192,510. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.
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