Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we 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 development 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. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.
The Orion Test Operations Engineer will plan, prepare, and execute test activities for the Artemis program. The role coordinates all phases of test preparation and execution, updates automated test sequences, and provides continuous test‑support coverage across rotating shifts.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain detailed test plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Prepare test hardware, software, and instrumentation in accordance with program requirements.
• Write, review, and modify automated test scripts to ensure reliable and repeatable execution.
• Execute functional, performance, and environmental tests, documenting results and discrepancies in a team environment.
• Provide 24 hr/7day, in‑person test support on a rotating schedule (day, split, and night shifts).
Basic Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with automated test equipment, scripting languages, and/or data‑acquisition systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a shift‑based, 24‑hour operational environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules.
Desired Skills:• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and documentation skills.
• Basic exposure to crewed spacecraft or other high‑reliability flight hardware (e.g., academic projects, co‑op assignments, or internships).
• Introductory proficiency with the Linux operating system, including command‑line navigation, simple scripting, and using Linux‑based test tools.
• Fundamental knowledge of test engineering, operations, and processes, such as the purpose of test plans, test procedures, and test execution.
• Experience drafting or following simple test plans, test procedures, or technical documents gained through coursework, lab work, or short‑term projects.
• Awareness of electrical ground‑support equipment used to power and monitor spacecraft subsystems.
• Experience with automation‑framework tools desired.
Demonstrates initiative and works independently, but always follows approved procedures and coordinates with the team.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: 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 Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.
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Experience Level: 4 yr and up College
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
