System Engineer, Integration Lab - level 2

System Engineer, Integration Lab - level 2

Job Description:

You will be the System Engineer, Integration Lab Staff for the Skunk Works (Advanced Development Program) team responsible for turning visionary aircraft concepts into operational reality.

As the System Engineer, Integration Lab Staff you will deliver hardware‑centric solutions that enable rapid system verification and testing.

• Perform system integration, test, and troubleshooting of hardware/software configurations.
• Design and integrate hardware equipment for the Systems Integration Labs (SIL).
• Establish Hardware‑In‑The‑Loop (HWIL) and closed‑loop development/testing in the SIL.
• Interface with software developers, systems engineers, and customers to support verification activities.
• Maintain design documentation and adhere to configuration‑management requirements.

We support work‑life balance with flexible scheduling options. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. We empower employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality.

You are a collaborative, detail‑oriented engineer with a proven ability to translate complex requirements into reliable hardware solutions. You thrive in fast‑paced, innovative environments, communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams, and are driven by the impact of your work on cutting‑edge aerospace programs.

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with Avionics Systems Integration and Test or Laboratory Hardware development and buildup.

• Avionics and SIL experience/background; planning and I&T experience; experience with requirements development and integration/test processes; strong laboratory skills; flight test experience.
• Experience with Sub‑System Integration and troubleshooting system integration anomalies in a Systems Integration Lab.
• CompTIA Security+, Network+, or A+ certification desired; candidate must obtain certification upon hiring.
• Experience in computing systems (processing, network, storage, display technologies).
• Experience modifying and maintaining system test procedures.
• Proficiency in cable fabrication, installation, and troubleshooting (BNC, ENET, RF, fiber optic, data).
• Experience with deployment and configuration management of hardware components.
• Experience in Lab View.
• Experience with RF design and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with communications protocols such as USB, Ethernet, serial, and video.

Active Secret clearance is required at the start of employment. The position is located in Palmdale, CA.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5–30 days of the requisition posting date to receive optimal consideration.

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 $73,400–$129,260. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. The position is incentive‑plan eligible.