
Flight Test Data Processing Engineer - Level 2
Lockheed Martin • Palmdale, California, United States
Role & seniority: Flight Test Data Processing Engineer (engineering role; capable of working independently)
Stack/tools: real-time aircraft data displays; post-test data processing; data acquisition systems; telemetry; TSPI; IRIG 106; Curtiss-Wright IADS; communication protocols (Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Fiber Channel, IEEE-1394, CAIS Bus, RS-485); server/workstation administration; Microsoft Office; basic software development/scripting
Top 3 responsibilities
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Design, build, integrate, and operate systems for real-time data display and post-test data processing
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diagnose and resolve data collection/processing issues; support data products and mission requirements
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expand technical knowledge and work with stakeholders to meet test goals (including extended hours/weekends as needed)
Must-have skills
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US Citizenship and Secret Clearance to start
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Data Science/Mining/Engineering/CS)
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Experience with software development or scripting; strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities; ability to work independently
Nice-to-haves
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Experience with data processing, telemetry, TSPI, IRIG 106, data acquisition systems
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Familiarity with Curtiss-Wright IADS and listed communication protocols
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Aerospace experience; server/admin experience; proficiency with test equipment; Security+ certification; strong communication skills
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Location & work type: Onsite, designated Lockheed Martin facility; full-time; US
Full Description
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Data Science, Data Mining, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline. Experience with software development or scripting. Secret Clearance required to start.
Job Description
We are Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of the world-renowned Skunk Works®, turns visionary aircraft into reality and is known for building the finest military aircraft in the world. This recognition is continually earned through our commitment to relentless research and development of high-performance aircraft, continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design and manufacturing strategies, and delivering operational readiness for our customers' missions to ensure continued relevancy for the life cycle of our products.
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a Flight Test Data Processing Engineer. In this role, you will design, build, integrate, and operate systems for the real-time display of aircraft data as well as post-test processing of recorded data to create data products.
You will assist with diagnosing and resolving problems that arise from the collection and processing of data. You will actively work to expand your knowledge of the discipline and of specific tasking.
The candidate must have strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and be able to work independently. You must be willing to work extended hours, weekends, and rotations in support of mission goals.
Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
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What’s In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy
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Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Must be a US Citizen.
This position will require a government security clearance.
This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Desired Skills
Desire to learn new skills. Experience with data processing. Experience with telemetry. Experience with TSPI (Time Space Position Information). Understanding of IRIG 106 standard. Experience with data acquisition systems. Experience with Curtiss-Wright IADS (Interactive Analysis and Display System). Experience with communication protocols, specifically Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, Fiber Channel, IEEE-1394, CAIS Bus (Common Airborne Instrumentation System Bus), RS-485. Aerospace experience. Experience with server or computer workstation administration. Experience with test equipment (i.e. oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.) Troubleshooting experience. Security+ certification. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment. Proficient with Microsoft Office.
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.