Ground Hardware Engineer, COMSEC - Clearance Required
Listed on 2026-03-07
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity -
IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in handling and managing COMSEC material.
- Proven great attention to detail.
- Ability to climb multiple sets of stairs, lifting/carrying up to 50lbs, and working in non-environment-controlled work spaces.
- Ability to work flexible schedules to provide occasion after hour and on-call support.
E1102:
Hardware Engineer
WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.
LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
THE WORK
Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented Hardware Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance w/ Poly Clearance to work from our Springfield, VA location.
COMSEC/Engineering position for the operations and maintenance of a large scale RF Communication’s system.
Primary responsibilities:
COMSEC and Hardware Engineering/ Operations support for a large, integrated, complex hardware‑software communications system in a real‑time environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Preventative and corrective maintenance support across multiple external interfaces over a robust multi‑tiered network.
- Direct interaction with ops customer and mission partners is required to provide technical assessment and operational work around recommendations.
- Discrepancy report work off and resolution.
- O&M training/mentoring, trending, procedure development, data collection, fault isolation
- Performing real‑time manual actions to restore system capabilities. Assistance in development of troubleshooting/recovery plans and execution of associated management and customer briefs may also be required.
- Participation in corrective maintenance will require remove/replace, repair, and testing failed hardware.
- Work closely with delivering, installation efforts, and special test configurations.
- You should have a solid working knowledge of varied test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum/link/network analyzers, power meters and signal generation equipment.
Opportunity for Impact:
Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.
Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world‑class training and development programs.
Collaborative CultureWork alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.
Competitive BenefitsLockheed Martin employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
- Medical
- Dental
- 401k
- Paid time off
- Work/life balance
- Career development
- Mentorship opportunities
- Rewards & recognition
We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.
Desired skills- Experience handling COMSEC equipment
- Experience providing Ground Engineering O&M support
- Knowledge of IT Networking experience: LAN, WAN, CISCO, Juniper, etc.
- IAT Level I or higher certification:
CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, etc. - Technical experience with SATCOM Ground Terminals to include parabolic antennas, receive/transmit equipment, control and status networks, IF and baseband signal processing.
- Experience with Windows and UNIX based operating systems and applications.
- Prior electronics and/or satellite communications training or experience.
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