Early Career Electronics Engineer

Job Description

Early Career Electronics Engineer | Lockheed Martin Corporation

The Tone:
This is an early career position at Lockheed Martin Corporation, located in Fort Worth, Texas. At Lockheed Martin, the mission is to bring together individuals who use their passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world’s most complex challenges. This role as an Early Career Electronics Engineer is pivotal, contributing to the integration, verification, and certification of Communication Navigation Identification (CNI) systems. This work ensures the functionality and safety of critical aerospace technologies, making a direct impact on the world and upholding Lockheed Martin’s commitment to employee development, agility, and a culture built on integrity and corporate responsibility.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-Time
• Location: Fort Worth, TX (On-site)
• Mission: Support the comprehensive lifecycle of Communication Navigation Identification (CNI) systems, from integration and verification to hardware certification, to ensure operational excellence and safety for critical aerospace applications.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office applications, Excel, MATLAB

What You’ll Actually Do
• System Integration Support: You will provide essential support for the integration of Communication Navigation Identification (CNI) systems, ensuring components work together seamlessly.
• Verification and Testing: You will contribute to lab and Flight Test verification processes for various system capabilities, validating performance and compliance.
• Hardware Certification: You will assist in the certification of diverse hardware components, ensuring they meet stringent industry and regulatory standards.
• On-Site Problem Solving: You will travel as needed to support on-site troubleshooting efforts and participate in integration events, resolving issues in real-world environments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This role is specifically tailored for an early career professional. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or a closely related technical field, providing a foundational academic understanding essential for the position.
• Experience: A core requirement is the demonstrated ability to understand complex electronics concepts and apply them effectively in practical engineering scenarios. Proficiency in widely used tools such as Microsoft Office applications is also necessary for daily tasks and communication. Furthermore, due to the nature of the work, which requires a government security clearance and access to special facilities, candidates must be a US Citizen.
• Skills: Essential skills include strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, which are crucial for diagnosing and resolving technical issues. Effective oral and written communication skills are required for clear reporting and collaborative discussions. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills are vital for working successfully within diverse project teams. Additionally, a strong work ethic and self-motivation are expected, enabling independent contribution and dedication to project goals.
• Bonus: Experience and/or knowledge of data analysis and computational tools such as Excel and MATLAB would be highly advantageous, offering additional capabilities in technical analysis and system modeling.