Senior Electrical Engineer (Level III) - Top Secret Clearance

Reference: 729258BRPosted: 2026-05-20Location: Littleton, ColoradoSalary: $85,500 - $150,765Clearance: TS/SCI w/PolyCompany: Lockheed MartinDescription:Position details:Location: Littleton, COWork Schedule: 9x80Position type: Full-time onsite (this is not a hybrid position)Space is a critical domain, connecting ourtechnologies, our security, and our humanity.While others view space as a destination, we seeit as a realm of possibilities, where we can domore — we can innovate, invest, inspire, andintegrate our capabilities to transform the future.At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harnessthe full potential of space to cultivate innovation,reduce costs, and push the boundaries of whattechnology can achieve. We’re creating future ready solutions, focusing on resiliency andurgency through our 21st Century Securityvision. We’re erasing boundaries and formingpartnerships across industries and around theworld. We’re advancing spacecraft and theworkforce to fuel the next generation. And we’rereimagining how space can connect us, ensuringsecurity and prosperity.Join us in shaping a new era in space and find acareer that's built for you.Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Littleton, CO! By joining the Lockheed Martin Space Radio Frequency (RF) Talent Center (RFTC) team, you will contribute our mission supporting challenging programs related to Space Vehicles, Hypersonics, Human Space Flight and Interplanetary Missions, Missile Defense, and more. As a Certified Principle Engineer (CPE), this role will have ownership for the success of a Digital Signal Payload. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to; support vendor development, internal design evaluation, testing, analysis, integration, and initialization of the payload. Review and ensure compliance with vendor and program requirements, support payload troubleshooting, and lead cross functional engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.In this Electrical engineering role within LM Space, you will:• Support Global Security portfolios by conducting payload design, integration, and initialization on advanced Digital Signal payloads.• Lead efforts in vendor support, systems engineering, analysis, calibration, and verification across a payload.• Tackle complex challenges, demonstrating a deep understanding of your payload and mission to meet the needs of internal and external stakeholders.• Collaborate closely with leaders and Subject Matter Experts to manage payload risks, opportunities, and related studies.• Work with customers to ensure the success of payload products and milestones. Successful applicants will have experience working as a Certified Principle Engineer (CPE), Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE), or equivalent.#SpaceRFBasic Qualifications:• Experience with space electronics and/or hardware design (e.g., RF payloads and/or subsystems) • Experience in Digital Signal designs and hardware (e.g., Ethernet, SpaceWire, RS-422, LVDS, etc.)• Experience in the design, development, and integration of space-rated flight hardware• Active Top Secret clearance; must be able to obtain a TS/SCI w/Poly clearanceDesired Skills:• Proven ability to execute major milestone reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) • Experience leading small technical teams across design lifecycle to produce artifacts to meet technical specifications• Experience with successful execution of digital signal payload/subsystem performance and test plans• Experience with initialization and calibration of digital signal payloads• Experience reviewing and analyzing Statements of Work (SOWs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and technical data sheets• Experience leading and working with subcontracts, software, analysis, test, integration groups on a payload• Experience with environmental testing (stress, thermal, EMI/EMC, etc.)• Experience executing end-to-end performance and functionality of payloads and/or subsystems, consistent with mission needs and CONOPS• Experience reviewing supplier/factory data results to show compliance to engineering requirements• Proficiency with the development of specifications for digitally processed payloads• Experience with certifying and selling off a payload or subsystem to the customer• Team player with the demonstrated ability to participate in cross functional teams and communicate and coordinate work as one team with common goals• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, suppliers, management, and peers• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills• Active TS/SCI w/Poly clearance#SpaceNSSSecurity Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/PolyOther 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 offPay 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 $85,500 - $150,765. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations 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. (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.This position is incentive plan eligible.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.If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: SPACERelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Electrical EngineeringType: Full-TimeShift: First