Infrared Sensor Systems Integration/Test Engineer Sr Santa Barbara
Listed on 2026-01-15
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer
Description
You will be an Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer for our team, supporting 2-3 major programs across production and development. Our team is responsible for operation and testing of focal plane arrays, across the entire lifecycle of the product.
What You Will Be DoingAs an Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for handling a broad scope of engineering work, including technical tasks, program/resource planning, and technical presentations. You will play a key role in supporting the development, operation, and production of infrared sensor systems, leveraging your technical expertise to drive project success.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the full lifecycle of focal plane arrays, from wafer level to full deliverable sensor packages.
- Designing and executing tests in a laboratory setting to ensure system performance and reliability.
- Developing and implementing scripts using languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++ to automate testing and data analysis.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to plan and allocate resources, ensuring project milestones are met.
- Presenting technical results to a wide audience, including junior engineers, senior leadership, and customers.
We’re looking for a talented and detail-oriented engineer to join our team. As an Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on complex projects, develop your technical skills, and collaborate with a team of experts. If you have a passion for testing and integration, experience with scripting languages, and a strong foundation in laboratory testing, we encourage you to apply.
You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence, with opportunities for growth and development in a cutting‑edge field.
This position is in Santa Barbara. Discover more about our Santa Barbara, California location.
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package is available.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related field with 5 years of professional experience; or a related Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience; or a PhD in a related field.
- Experience coding in a scripting language including MATLAB, C, C++, SQL, Java, HTML, or Python.
- Experience working in a laboratory setting, testing hardware and electronics.
- Ability to read electrical schematics and experience in probing electronics and/or circuit cards.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
- Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
- Experience operating and testing any variety of photo‑detector/sensor (Infrared, Visible, UV, X‑Ray, Gamma Ray, LIDAR).
- Experience with optics and optical components.
- Electronic troubleshooting of digital and analog electronics.
- Experience with software control of hardware.
- Experience with data collection automation and/or data analysis automation.
- Data Analysis and/or image processing experience.
- Focal plane manufacturing or testing experience.
- Project Management experience (project planning), team leadership, or working with budgetary estimates.
- Technical Mentorship Experience.
- Experience with vacuum systems and vacuum hygiene.
- Experience with cryogenic systems and working with liquid cryogens.
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret.
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest:
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Ability to Work Remotely: Part‑time Remote Telework. The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed…
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