Electrical Engineer IV - Thrust Vector Actuator

Description Join Our Team as an Electrical Engineer where you will work on the development of a sophisticated state‑of‑the‑art avionics product in a world class Integrated Product Development environment. Location & Schedule This position does not support teleworking; the selected candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in Sunnyvale, CA and work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full‑time. About Lockheed Martin Space Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more – we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future‑ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Role Overview You will be the technical lead serving as the Responsible Product Engineer for overseeing the Thrust Vector Actuator (TVA) system redesign effort. You will lead and coordinate technical design evaluation, changes, own production release, delivery, and all aspects of engineering closeouts (Discrepancy Reports, End‑Item Data Packages, Material Review Board, Failure Review Board, etc.). You will partner and coordinate with suppliers as required. Key Activities Drive TVA redesign across multiple sites and teams (electronics packaging, PWB/CCA design, integration, manufacturing, final assembly) Produce and release engineering drawings and specifications Lead requirements definition, concept studies, and detailed design Develop and improve manufacturing processes; qualify hardware through testing Manage discrepancy resolution, failure investigations, and corrective action implementation Support producibility, cost reduction, and obsolescence mitigation initiatives Perform data analysis to validate performance and guide design decisions Qualifications Basic Qualifications Strong understanding of electronic circuit design principles, including analog and digital circuits Prior technical lead or product technical ownership experience (e.g. Certified Principal Engineer, Responsible Systems Engineer) Experience with design and development of high‑reliability electronics or electromechanical systems 5+ years of industry experience US Citizenship (required for Secret clearance; no clearance is required to start) Desired Skills Experience with electromechanical actuation systems for aircraft or missile applications Technical experience in full life cycle development of complex electromechanical hardware including design, integration, test, production, and sustainment Demonstrated experience with design, test, production, and/or analysis of Guidance, Navigation, and/or Control hardware systems Experience conducting failure analysis on electronics at system, package, CCA, and piece‑part level Experience with common environmental and performance test methods (thermal, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC) for high‑reliability applications Experience with electronic system design, integration, production, or verification for automotive, missile, launch vehicle, and/or satellite programs Excellent communication and technical writing skills Security Clearance This position requires a government security clearance. You must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance level: Secret. Other Important Information Expression 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. 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 a 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. 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 $104,500 – $184,115. For states not referenced above, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location. This is a general guideline; Lockheed Martin considers factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate’s experience, education, key skills, and market conditions 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. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Application Window The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5–30 days of the requisition posting date to receive optimal consideration. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Electronics Engineering Type: Full‑Time Shift: First #J-18808-Ljbffr Transmission & Distribution World