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Lockheed Martin · 4 months ago

GPS Satellite Sr. Test Engineer

Lockheed Martin is a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, focusing on innovative solutions in space. The GPS Satellite Sr. Test Engineer will be responsible for developing automated test scripts and procedures for spacecraft testing, collaborating with various teams to ensure successful integration and testing processes.

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Responsibilities

Understand and use the principles and disciplines of spacecraft Test Engineering
Author and maintain Automated Test Scripts used to conduct satellite tests
Aid in planning spacecraft level test flow
Support Systems Engineering and Certified Principle Engineers (CPEs) in the verification of test requirements
Collaborate with external teams to solve spacecraft and/or EGSE performance issues
Support test procedure closure activities in Automation Framework
Plan/Execute specific Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) verification procedures (including RF test systems) and plan/execute nominal electrical procedures/scripts from ground test stations
Willing to work some overtime and support off shifts and/or weekends in a 24/7 operations environment

Qualification

Electrical System IntegrationAutomated Test ScriptsElectrical Ground Support EquipmentAerospace Electrical Test ExperienceHigh-level Scripting LanguageTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Understand and use the principles and disciplines of spacecraft Test Engineering
Author and maintain Automated Test Scripts used to conduct satellite tests
Aid in planning spacecraft level test flow
Support Systems Engineering and Certified Principle Engineers (CPEs) in the verification of test requirements
Collaborate with external teams to solve spacecraft and/or EGSE performance issues
Support test procedure closure activities in Automation Framework
Plan/Execute specific Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) verification procedures (including RF test systems) and plan/execute nominal electrical procedures/scripts from ground test stations
Willing to work some overtime and support off shifts and/or weekends in a 24/7 operations environment

Preferred

Aerospace or defense systems electrical test experience or experience in a similar hardware type processing facility
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings, schematics and specs
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
Experience working with teams of engineers and/or technicians
Strong test process discipline experience
Electrical Certified Test Conductor
Proficiency with a high-level scripting language (Python, PHP, Ruby, etc.) to support automated test script development, debug, and execution
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and teamwork with internal customers

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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