Job Description
Your Mission Starts HereAt
Lockheed Martin, we don’t just build technology—we build the future of national defense. Our teams tackle the toughest engineering challenges with creativity, collaboration, and technical excellence. If you’re driven to make a real-world impact, this is where your skills meet purpose.
About the NGI ProgramThe
Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program is a cornerstone of the nation’s missile defense strategy. We develop and deploy cutting-edge technologies to detect, track, and neutralize evolving threats—ensuring global security for decades to come.
The RoleWe’re looking for a
Systems Integration & Test Engineer II to bring mission-critical systems to life. You’ll lead the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced defense systems, shaping solutions that protect millions and define the future of missile defense. This is a hands-on, high-impact opportunity to see your work move from lab to deployment.
What You’ll Do • Lead
assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities to deliver systems ready for action.
• Develop, refine, and maintain
test plans, procedures, and documentation with precision and clarity.
• Coordinate day-to-day test operations across
engineering, manufacturing, quality, and external partners.
• Drive
troubleshooting and root-cause analysis during integration cycles.
• Earn certification and operate as a
Certified Test Conductor/Test Engineer (training provided).
• Uphold Lockheed Martin’s gold standard for
safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Your EnvironmentThis role thrives on collaboration. You’ll work in integration labs, assembly areas, and test facilities, engaging hands-on with procedures, data reviews, readiness coordination, and cross-functional problem solving.
Why You’ll Love Working HereLockheed Martin invests in you. We offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible schedules and 401(k) with match
• Technical training and certification support
• Career paths into
test leadership, systems engineering, and advanced development• A culture rooted in
innovation, respect, and mission impactBasic Qualifications
• Interim
Secret Clearance required before start
• Experience or willingness to learn
AIT operations• Experience or willingness to write and execute
test procedures in ATLO or production environments
• Confidence in presenting to
executives and high-level customers• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce
technical documents, test plans, procedures, and reportsDesired skills
• Prior certification as
Certified Test Conductor or Principal Engineer• Experience with
Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs• Familiarity with
missile systems testing in production/operations
• Ability to read and interpret
mechanical/electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications• Background in
manufacturing or test engineering• Experience on
multi-functional, multi-disciplinary teams• Proficiency with
LM Space Systems tools (SAP, EPDM, VECAMS, PMP Database, Automation Framework) or equivalents
• Hands-on experience with
lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal analyzers, power supplies)
• Strong communication skills to build
trusted relationships with customers, leadership, and teammatesEEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.*
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on
Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to work remotely
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Security Clearance Information
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $73,400 - $129,260. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: 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, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $84,300 - $146,165. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: 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, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.