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Jobs via Dice • Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Role & seniority: ATE Test Engineer (mid-level to senior) at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control; based in Dallas, TX with travel up to 20%.
Stack/tools: Automated Test Equipment (hardware/software); LabVIEW; TestStand; Matlab; C#; design/integration of test consoles, ITAs, test cables, fixtures; verification/validation workflows.
Design, upgrade, and support ATE hardware and software; troubleshoot complex test systems.
Integrate test system hardware, software, and device under test (DUT); perform verification and validation.
Analyze failures, implement solutions, and collaborate with production to maintain test equipment uptime.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer Electrical/CS or related field; 3+ years of relevant experience.
Experience designing or supporting ATE hardware and software.
Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance ( Interim Secret required to start).
Proficiency with LabVIEW and TestStand (preferred).
DoD/test equipment verification and validation experience.
Prior work on DoD programs; additional DoD-specific certifications or clearances.
Location & work type: Dallas, Texas; on-site with flexible/alternate schedules; travel up to 20% to Lufkin, TX and Camden, AR; eligibility for incentive compensation.
Job Description
Missiles and Fire Control in Grand Prairie, Texas has multiple openings for Test Engineers across all ranges of experience. Our team is responsible for designing, integrating, and ensuring the seamless operation of test systems, and you will play a key role in providing technical support, test equipment improvements, and troubleshooting expertise.
What You Will Be Doing
As the ATE Test Engineer, you will be responsible for designing test consoles, interface test adapters (ITAs), test cables, and test fixtures. You will be architecting software and writing source code. You will be hands-on integrating the test system hardware, software, and device under test (DUT), then performing verification and validation of the test system. You will work with a range of technologies, including TestStand , LabVIEW , Matlab, and C# to control signal generation and measurement tools, conduct Environmental Stress Screening (ESS), and functional testing.
Designing, Upgrading, and Supporting test equipment hardware and software as needed
Analyzing failures associated with test equipment and providing recommended solutions
Troubleshooting and resolving test system complex issues
Collaborating with production teams to maintain test equipment uptime and support troubleshooting
Why Join Us
We're looking for highly skilled and motivated Test Engineers to join our team. If you have a strong background in Electrical, Computer, or Computer Science Engineering, we encourage you to apply. As a self-starter with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, you will thrive in this role, working on complex test systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position offers the opportunity to work on critical national defense missile programs and to make a meaningful impact on our organization.
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
This position requires the ability to travel up to 20% to Lufkin, TX and Camden, AR.
The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance. An Interim Secret Clearance required to start.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related and 3+ years of professional experience
Experience designing or supporting Automated Test Equipment (ATE) hardware
Experience writing or supporting Automated Test Equipment (ATE) software
Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
Desired Skills
Proficient with National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand
Experience with Verification and Validation of test equipment for DoD products
EEO
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.
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.
Work Schedule Information
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.
National Pay Statement
Pay 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 $89,300 - $157,550. 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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,800 - $178,135. 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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.