Space Vehicle Test Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Engineering
Test Engineer, Systems Engineer
Location: Littleton
Space Vehicle Test Engineer
Join Lockheed Martin Space Protection Programs organization to help build end-to-end Space Security Systems and utilize cutting-edge capabilities to assure the security and health of our nation's space assets. 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 Space Vehicle Test Engineer, you will:
- Develop, and review test artifacts
- Oversee test execution of various subsystem and system-level tests
- Document test results and test discrepancies
- 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
- 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:
- Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline or related experience
- Previous test experience
- Proficiency with a high-level scripting language (Python, PHP, Ruby, etc.) to support automated test script development, debug, and execution
- Active Top Secret Clearance
Desired
Skills:
- Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline with 5 years experience
- Experienced Test Conductor on Space Vehicle Integration and Test Programs, including:
Component and System Level Functional and Environmental test - Experience in Space Vehicle Test Operations including the test development process, test execution, data analysis, and anomaly resolution
- Excellent technical writing, planning and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to achieve consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
- Demonstrated basic understanding of systems thinking skills and behaviors
Pay Information:
Full-Time Salary Range: $ - $ At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally. 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.
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