Infrared Sensor Systems Integration​/Test Engineer Sr Santa Barbara

Job Summary

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas. We are experiencing growth and looking for an Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer.

• Support the full lifecycle of focal plane arrays, from wafer level to full deliverable sensor packages.
• Design and execute tests in a laboratory setting to ensure system performance and reliability.
• Develop and implement scripts using languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++ to automate testing and data analysis.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to plan and allocate resources, ensuring project milestones are met.
• Present technical results to a wide audience, including junior engineers, senior leadership, and customers.

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM‑related field with at least 3 years of professional experience; or a related Master’s degree with at least 1 year of professional experience; or a PhD in a related field.
• Experience coding in a scripting language such as MATLAB, C, C++, SQL, Java, HTML, or Python.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting, testing hardware and electronics.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and experience in probing electronics and/or circuit cards.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.

• Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
• Experience operating and testing any variety of photo‑detector/sensor technologies.
• Electronic troubleshooting of digital and analog electronics.
• Firmware, Embedded Software, FPGA experience.
• Experience with optics and optical components.
• Experience with software control of hardware.
• Experience with data collection automation and/or data analysis automation.
• Data analysis and/or image processing experience.
• Focal plane manufacturing or testing experience.
• Project Management experience (project planning), team leadership, or working with budgetary estimates.
• Technical mentorship experience.
• Experience with vacuum systems and vacuum hygiene.
• Experience with cryogenic systems and working with liquid cryogens.

U.S. citizenship required. Applicant must obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Santa Barbara, California.

• Job title:
  
  Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer.
• Type:
  Full‑Time.
• Shift: First.

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, Holidays.

Annual base salary range approximately $89,300 – $157,550, variable based on location and experience.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.