Electro - optical Engineer

Electro-Optical Engineer

Job Summary: This position is for a Electro Optical Infrared (EOIR) Integration Lead. The candidate selected for this position will perform duties as assigned as part of the Electro Optical Infrared Team. As a member of the Electro Optic Infrared team, the selected candidate will be responsible for supporting activities associated with the development and maturation of EOIR solutions for the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Fort Worth (LM Aero). This is a system integrator type position. Responsibilities include defining, reviewing and documenting engineering requirements, performing engineering document reviews, reviewing specifications, coordinating with the Principal Engineers and other key stakeholders, and interfacing/coordinating with various internal-to-LM and external-to-LM customers. The selected candidate shall be required to employ their education and experience in engineering for planning, development, integration and validation of Electro Optic, Infrared Optic and Laser Optic systems on military fighter aircraft to meet contract requirements. Key areas of focus are knowledge of US defense contract lifecycles, design, development, integration, test, verification and validation of military Electro Optic, Infrared and Laser systems. Candidate must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain clearances to special access programs. Candidate must also be willing to infrequently travel nationally and internationally to support program meetings and testing events. The selected candidate will support preparing and giving briefings as required to customers, technical leads and/or Lockheed Martin management. The candidate must possess exceptional people skills and oral and written communication skills. The candidate must possess strong organizational, planning and collaboration skills including the ability to work multiple tasks simultaneously, ability to identify and resolve issues, and be able to work well in teams to meet or beat deadlines. Candidate must have or be able to obtain at a minimum Secret clearance prior to start of work, must maintain a DoD Secret clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a SAP/SAR clearance.

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Job Code/Title: E1884:Electro-Optical Engineer Stf

Basic Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Avionics, EW/CM, Radar, CNI, EO/IR Sensors or Fusion Systems
• Strong Mission System Development and Integration Skills
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills - ability to oversee multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to identify and resolve task conflicts and issues
• Familiarity with engineering oversight of supplier(s)

Desired Skills:

• Laboratory, Field and Flight Test of Electro Optic, Infrared and/or Laser Systems experience on defense contracts
• Fundamental understanding of Electro Optic, Infrared and/or Laser Systems with experience testing/troubleshooting sensors, sensor systems or avionics using various types of test equipment
• Professional and interpersonal communication skills required to interface with individuals from various disciplines while performing complex serial and parallel tasks required to successfully deliver support equipment products to our customer
• Demonstrated ability to deal with highly complex and challenging electronic systems
• Problem solving and project planning experience
• Experience with Military or Government Programs
• Experience interfacing with customers and subcontractors
• Proposal technical leadership experience
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 8 years of professional experience; or 6 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree

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 in order to receive optimal consideration.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $113,900 - $200,905. 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. 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered 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. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $131,000 - $227,125. 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. 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered 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. This position is incentive plan eligible.