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Lockheed Martin · 3 weeks ago

Laser Communication Engineer (Level III) - Top Secret clearance

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Laser Communication Engineer to join their team in Littleton, CO. The role involves the development and delivery of Laser Communication subsystem solutions for space platforms, focusing on design, testing, and integration of optical communication systems.

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Responsibilities

Contribute toward the development and delivery of Laser Communication subsystem solutions for space platforms
Contribute to the procurement, design, development, test and integration of space-based optical communication systems
Develop specifications
Perform product trade analyses
Execute detailed implementation
Conduct laboratory and field testing
Validate performance through analysis and testing
Certify a deliverable product
Integrate the product onto a space vehicle

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringOptical EngineeringLaser CommunicationMATLABTechnical PresentationsMulti-functional Teamwork

Required

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
Active TS/SCI
Experience with delivering technical presentations to a technical audience
Experience developing specifications for Laser Communication products and defining RF/Optical system interfaces for a spacecraft
Ability to develop and analyze technical requirements, perform trade studies and allocate functions down to laser communication subsystem and/or components
Experience with generating, reviewing and tracking engineering deliverables
Experience with laser communication subsystem performance analysis using MATLAB or similar analytical tools for link budget
Experience with the development and execution of laser communication subsystem tests
Experience as a member or leader of a multi-functional team

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.

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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