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Littleton, CO, USA
136K-252K Annually
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In-Office
Littleton, CO, USA
136K-252K Annually
Entry level
Develops automated test software and architectures for space vehicle subsystems and systems. Leads test execution, integration, troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, documentation, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams. Supports hardware/software integration, customer and program briefings, and full lifecycle operations in a fast-paced production environment that may involve 24/7 support and travel. Requires scripting proficiency, test automation experience, and TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI with polygraph.
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The coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin Space. Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds’ hardest engineering problems. Do you want to join a team where employees envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products?
What are Space Protection Programs (SPP)?
When you join SPP you will be part of one of the most innovative and fastest moving organizations in Space. Come help build end-to-end Space Security Systems and utilize our cutting-edge capabilities to assure the security and health of our nation’s space assets. We push the boundary of what gets done in space. Come be one of the people playing a critical role to defeat the enemies of freedom.
We are seeking a Test Software Engineer to work within the Space Protection Programs, Electrical Test Engineering organization. This role provides the opportunity to perform critical work, develop your individual potential, and play a crucial role in the strategic execution of the SPP area.
 
As a Test Software Engineer, you will:
• Develop, and review test automated test scripts and develop testing architecture
• Oversee test execution of various subsystem and system-level tests
• Document test results and test discrepancies
• Lead test anomaly and troubleshooting efforts
• Moderate among the interests of multi-disciplinary groups to synthesize test plans and test procedures that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints
• Perform to functional and technical specifications and standards
• Aid in solutions for hardware/software interface problems
• Ensure integration of the entire system or subsystem through test product execution
• Coordinate subsystem and/or system testing activities with support organizations
• Lead Systems Integration and test execution efforts
• Perform impromptu briefs of test status or discrepancies to customer representatives or program management
• Work within a fast-paced production operations environment that may include 24/7 support and travel to support full lifecycle operations

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred)
• Experience developing test automation software
• Communicates well and comfortable working in a fast paced/dynamic multi-disciplinary environment
• Comfortable taking initiative/ownership over development products
• Proficiency with a high-level scripting language (Python, PHP, Ruby, etc.) to support automated test script development, debug, and execution

• Must have a TS/SCI clearance with the ablity to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly. 


Desired Skills
• Ability to lead a team through the execution of established procedures and processes
• Previous test experience
• Experienced Test Conductor on Space Vehicle Integration and Test Programs, including: Component and System Level Functional and Environmental test
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as bench top power supplies, oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, signal generators
• Experience in Space Vehicle Test Operations including the test development process, test execution, data analysis, and anomaly resolution
• Demonstrated basic understanding of systems thinking skills and behaviors
• Advanced understanding of network infostructure
• Flight software development and testing
• Knowledge of embedded systems architectures and test experience using embedded systems.
• Experience integrating complex software systems with high performance and/or timing constraints.

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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