Infrared Camera Systems Engineer

Infrared Camera Systems Engineer | Lockheed Martin

You will be the Infrared Camera Systems Engineer for the Infrared Sensor Development team at Lockheed Martin. Our team designs, builds and sustains advanced IR sensor hardware that powers next generation defense platforms, delivering high performance imaging solutions to both internal programs and external customers. What You Will Be Doing As the Infrared Camera Systems Engineer you will act as the technical lead and primary customer liaison for IR camera projects. You will shape future product concepts, support the production of existing systems, and guide multidisciplinary engineers through analysis, modeling, debugging and schedule management. Your responsibilities will include

• Lead technical teams (mechanical, electrical, optical) through concept development, trade studies and detailed design of IR camera subsystems.
• Perform EO/IR performance analysis and modeling of focal plane arrays, optics, thermal behavior and signal to noise ratios.
• Create and deliver clear presentations, status briefings and design review material to senior leadership and external customers.
• Assist senior engineers in planning, monitoring task progress, tracking schedules, budgets and earned value metrics; flag risks and propose mitigations.
• Interface directly with customers, engineers and technicians to resolve interface issues and ensure contractual deliverables are met.
• Conduct system level debugging and root cause troubleshooting; provide technical direction to production teams to restore performance quickly.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers, fostering an inclusive, collaborative work environment.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation (requirements, interface control documents, test procedures, failure reports) in accordance with aerospace standards.
• Support ongoing production operations while influencing the roadmap for next generation IR camera products.

Why Join Us 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. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Santa Barbara. Discover more about our Santa Barbara, California location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.