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Standard Job Description WHAT WE’RE DOING Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to innovate, perform with excellence, and build incredible products? If you have the passion, drive, and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Come and join our team! Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems team is looking for a proven and experienced lead test engineer to support the Peace Krypton (PK) program. THE WORK As a Test Engineer in this position, you will: • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including test strategy, test design, and test scripts • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, software engineering, and hardware engineering, to ensure that systems and products meet customer requirements and industry standards • Develop and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports • Develop and maintain test environments, including test beds, test fixtures, and test tools • Be available and willing to travel internationally to support test events • Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand test requirements and ensure that test activities meet their needs • Analyze test results, identify defects, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues • Develop and implement process improvements to increase test efficiency and effectiveness • Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior test engineers, including training and mentoring • Participate in test process improvement initiatives, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes WHO WE ARE Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. On this team, you will collaborate with a diverse, geographically separated team of technical professionals including software developers, system engineers, and aircraft and hardware engineers. You will work with cross-functional team in a highly dynamic mission-focused environment. WHO YOU ARE • An experienced Senior Test Engineer responsible for the development and execution of comprehensive test plans to ensure the quality and reliability of the Peace Krypton systems and products. • A candidate with a strong background in system test engineering (Software and Hardware), with expertise in test planning, test design, and test execution. • You will be responsible for leading a team of test engineers, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that systems and products meet customer requirements and industry standards. • Available and willing to travel internationally to support test events and work closely with global customers and partners. WHY JOIN US Joining our team offers you the opportunity to support a join a company and a team where your contributions are valued and you can develop your skills and expertise. Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren't focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we're happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life both in and outside of work, along with competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or another STEM related field • Minimum 7 years of experience in system or test engineering, with exposure to system design, development, and integration • Strong technical expertise in system test of both hardware and software, including test planning, design, and execution • Experience with multiple test disciplines, including functional testing, performance testing, and security testing • Familiarity with test tools and technologies, including test automation frameworks and test management tools • Familiarity with test data management and test environment management • Available for international travel to support test events several times per year Desired Skills • Current CompTIA Security+ certification • Strong programming and scripting skills, including languages such as C# and PowerShell • Knowledge of DO-178C - Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification • Experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices • Proven experience in leading and managing test teams, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and allocating resources • Experience with test process improvement, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes • Ability to develop and manage test budgets, including estimating costs and managing expenses • Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, including ISO 9001, IEEE 1012, and AS9100 • Experience with virtual/converged systems and technologies Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00 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. • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. • For (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.

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Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems team is looking for a proven and experienced lead test engineer to support the Peace Krypton (PK) program.
As a Test Engineer in this position, you will:
Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including test strategy, test design, and test scripts
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, software engineering, and hardware engineering, to ensure that systems and products meet customer requirements and industry standards
Develop and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test procedures, and test reports
Develop and maintain test environments, including test beds, test fixtures, and test tools
Be available and willing to travel internationally to support test events
Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to understand test requirements and ensure that test activities meet their needs
Analyze test results, identify defects, and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues
Develop and implement process improvements to increase test efficiency and effectiveness
Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior test engineers, including training and mentoring
Participate in test process improvement initiatives, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes
An experienced Senior Test Engineer responsible for the development and execution of comprehensive test plans to ensure the quality and reliability of the Peace Krypton systems and products.

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Current CompTIA Security+ certification
Strong programming and scripting skills, including languages such as C# and PowerShell
Knowledge of DO-178C - Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification
Experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
Proven experience in leading and managing test teams, including setting goals, prioritizing tasks, and allocating resources
Experience with test process improvement, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes
Ability to develop and manage test budgets, including estimating costs and managing expenses
Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, including ISO 9001, IEEE 1012, and AS9100
Experience with virtual/converged systems and technologies
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