Circuit Design Engineer III - CCA Design

Requisition ID: 5186ERP Eligible?: YesERP amount: $50 LMRecognitionRelocation: PossibleType: ExemptShift: 1Clearance Prior to Start: NoneFinal Clearance: NonePay Transparency: $110,300.00 - $204,900.00Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFT/PT/Casual: FullTimeDepartment: SpaceBusiness Unit: SpaceStandard Job DescriptionWe are looking for a creative Circuit Design Engineer to join an exciting and dynamic team 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: This position does not support teleworking. You will need to live near our Lockheed Martin Space facility and be expected to work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full-time.What does this role look like?The Circuit Design Engineer will design, analyze, and qualify advanced avionics hardware for space missions, creating and validating digital and analog schematics, performing worst‑case, stress, and FMEA analyses, and running simulations with tools such as Cadence PSpice and Saber. Using Zuken or Siemens Xpedition for schematic capture and EPCAD/Siemens for PCB layout. In short, the role is a blend of hands‑on hardware development, rigorous analytical validation, cross‑team collaboration, and documentation/communication—all aimed at delivering flight‑ready avionics that can survive the harsh environment of space. Key activities you will accomplish in this role:Circuit Design & Analysis – Create and validate digital/analog schematics; perform worst‑case, parts‑stress, and FMEA analyses; run simulations (Cadence PSpice, Saber, etc.).Schematic Capture & Layout – Use Zuken (or Siemens Xpedition) for schematic capture and EPCAD/Siemens for PCB layout, ensuring signal integrity and compliance.Hardware Development – Build prototype units, define checkout and test procedures, and execute Acceptance & Qualification testing.Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with PCB, GNC, FPGA, and Special Test Equipment teams to integrate and verify hardware.Design Assurance – Produce complete design assurance packages (data, evidence, compliance reports) for senior review and external audits.Trade‑Study & Optimization – Conduct trade‑studies of alternate architectures and recommend solutions that balance performance, cost, schedule, and risk.Bill of Materials Management – Control BOM, source parts, manage prototype build‑up, and drive cost‑effective part selection.Environmental Qualification – Verify designs meet shock, vibration, radiation, thermal, and other space‑environment standards.Stakeholder Communication – Provide regular status updates, risk assessments, and issue escalations to program, technical, and functional leadership; support customer briefings.Team Contribution – Mentor junior engineers, contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives, and foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture.To be effective in this role, you will need:Experience or coursework related to design and/or analysis of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA).3+ years of professional experienceThe information below reflects the standard job description for this position:​ Designs and develops circuits used in electronic devices. Responsible for layout and mask design, device evaluation and characterization, test box design, prototype construction and checkout, and determination of wafer fabrication processes. Prepares test methods and specifications; analyzes equipment to establish operating data and conducts experimental tests; provides finished device approval; and prepares customer application information.Basic Qualifications• Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education.• Experience or coursework related to design and/or analysis of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA).Desired SkillsDemonstrated usage of Zuken, Altium, Mentor Graphics or other schematic capture tool. Performed Worst Case Analysis (WCA) on Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) designs.Knowledge of card test requirements and process. Ability to understand electrical circuits, interfaces, and interconnect diagrams.PSPICE, Saber, or other electronics simulation tool experience.Technical experience in full life cycle development of hardware including design, integration, and test.Excellent presentation, oral and written skills.Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment.Demonstrated strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00At 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.