The Lockheed Martin Optical Talent Center has need for an Optical Engineer to facilitate the development and integration of cameras for Space Missions to protect our national interests and those of our allies. The Optical Detector Team consists of a diverse group of talented engineers who address the needs of multiple space missions across the enterprise ranging from fast paced cube satellite programs to manned space flight projects. This specific role is for an optical engineer who can facilitate the development and integration of camera systems from a subcontractor into satellite systems. An engineer interested in this role should be comfortable with the following core duties:
- Evaluate and provide technical advice on space qualifiable camera systems with the support of subject matter experts to inform program decisions by stakeholder leadership
- Establish and maintain lines of communication between subcontractors and stakeholders to report on development progress of camera systems intended for space use
- Lead a team to shepherd subcontracted camera subsystems through testing, space qualification, higher level integration, and ultimate delivery to customers
- Contribute to reviews of new business efforts and collaborate with Independent Research and Development projects to mature technology for new space products
- Conduct laboratory risk reduction testing and planning to support program development
- Develop and maintain a data library to support product certification upon delivery to the customer
Performance of these duties will be conducted full time on site split between the Lockheed Martin facilities in Highlands Ranch and Littleton, CO.
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- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or similar technical subject
- 2 Years of Experience with laboratory testing and reporting
- 3 Years of Experience with leading multidisciplinary technical teams to deliver a completed product
- Practical familiarity with Optical Systems, Cameras, and/or Detectors (Visible and/or Infrared)
- Able to directly support multiple space flight programs simultaneously as part of a engineering team
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally for program reviews and technical meetings
- Eligibility and desire to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
- US Citizenship
- 2 Years of Experience with Assembly, Integration, and Test of Space Systems
- 2 Years of Experience with computer vision techniques relating to stereoscopic camera systems
- 2 Years of Experience with optical systems to facilitate automated image recognition
- 2 Years of Experience with qualification of hardware for space applications
- Generally has 5+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
- Strong organizational skills to facilitate the tracking and review of design artifacts from subcontractors for internal review by multiple teams of subject matter experts
- Strong written and oral communication skills sufficient to present technical topics to non-technical audiences
- Previous work authoring and interpretating system level requirements for development subcontracts involving space systems
- Previous work with the Verification and Validation of system requirements for space products
- Thesis based Master’s Degree in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or similar technical subject
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance with eligibility and desire to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $135700.00 - $251900.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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