Role & seniority: Production Test Engineer (Missile Assembly) – level not specified; focuses on missile test equipment and production support.

Stack/tools: automated test equipment (ATE) development, manufacturing test planning, test procedures, failure analysis; root cause/ corrective actions; statistical data analysis; electrical test evaluation; electro-mechanical integration; programming (C, C++, C#, Visual C/VB); NI tools (NI-TestStand, NI-CVI, NI-View); MES (DELMIA Apriso); ERP (SAP); hands-on mechanical/electrical Troubleshooting.

Top 3 responsibilities

Develop and support automated test equipment and manufacturing test planning; prepare/test procedures; conduct detailed failure analysis.
Evaluate electrical test results, identify root cause, and implement corrective/preventative actions; perform trend analysis.
Interpret engineering data and support electro-mechanical integration in production environments.

Must-have skills: knowledge of electronic circuit design; experience with automated test equipment/software design; ability to evaluate electrical test results and perform detailed failure analysis; root-cause and corrective/preventive action development; statistical data analysis for trend analysis; experience with thermal and vibration testing; hands-on assembly/disassembly and troubleshooting; programming experience (C/C++, C#, Visual Basic); familiarity with NI tools (TestStand, CVI, NI-View); experience with MES (DELMIA Apriso) and ERP

Full Description

Job Description

You will be the Production Test Engineer (Missile Assembly) (ATE) for the Missile Assembly team. Our team is responsible for developing and implementing automated test equipment, manufacturing test planning, and electro‑mechanical integration to support Production Operations at Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control in Troy, Alabama.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Production Test Engineer you will be responsible for providing technical support to ensure the successful production of missiles. You will play a critical role in supporting the development of automated test equipment, preparing test procedures, and troubleshooting test anomalies.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

Supporting the development of automated test equipment and manufacturing test planning Preparing test procedures from engineering and conducting detailed failure analysis Evaluating electrical test results and developing root‑cause and corrective/preventative actions Utilizing statistical data analysis for trend analysis and performing test anomaly troubleshooting and fault resolution Interpreting engineering data and supporting electro‑mechanical integration

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail‑oriented engineer who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. This role offers the chance to shape cutting‑edge missile test solutions, work alongside seasoned professionals, and make a tangible impact on national security. If you value technical excellence, continuous learning, and purposeful work, you’ll find this position both challenging and rewarding.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Desired Skills

Knowledge / experience with (1) electronic circuit design, (2) automated test equipment & software design, (3) evaluating electrical test results, (4) conducting detailed failure analysis, (5) developing and implementing root cause and corrective / preventative actions, (6) utilizing statistical data analysis for trend analysis, and (7) Thermal and Vibration testing and equipment.

Previous experience with programming languages C, C++, C#, Visual C or Visual Basic, and National Instrument -Windows CVI, Test-Stand and NI -View software.

Strong hands-on assembly / disassembly / troubleshooting skills of mechanical, electrical, industrial and/or home equipment and products.

Familiarity with manufacturing software DELMIA Apriso Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Systems Applications & Products (SAP) Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools in a manufacturing environment.

Other Important Information

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.