Description: Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a motivated entry-level Electrical Engineer to join our hardware engineering team. MFC is a recognized designer, developer, and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to develop hands-on electrical engineering skills in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
What You Will Be Doing
The associate electrical engineer will support the design, development, integration, and test of electrical hardware across a variety of defense programs. Responsibilities may include:
Assisting production and development teams by resolving technical challenges, incorporating engineering changes, updating drawings and assembly parts lists, and developing new designs or tools.
Supporting circuit card assembly (CCA) design, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and design documentation.
Performing circuit simulation and analysis using tools such as LTspice, PSpice, Simulink, NI Multisim, or MATLAB.
Utilizing test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, signal generators, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and logic analyzers) to support hardware bring-up and troubleshooting.
Supporting hardware operations by providing assistance to engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support design integration and interface resolution.
Developing and maintaining technical documentation, including test procedures, design reports, and engineering change documentation.
This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced electrical engineering professionals and gain exposure to cutting-edge defense technology. Strong career growth and advancement opportunities are available.
Candidates may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship is required.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree (or currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program) in Electrical Engineering or a closely related / STEM field from an accredited university.
Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad, Mentor Graphics, Cadence, or similar tools).
Experience with simulation tools (LTspice, PSpice, Simulink, NI Multisim, MATLAB, etc.)
Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator, signal generator, network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, logic analyzer, or similar).
Must be a US Citizen; must be able to obtain/maintain a DoD clearance.
Desired Skills:
Exposure to a laboratory, design, or testing environment, engaging with hardware hands-on (soldering, breadboarding, proto@type assembly, or similar)
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex electrical issues demonstrated through hands-on experience
Experience with digital and analog circuit design (PSpice, LTspice, TINA-TI) including hybrid technologies and high-speed digital design
Experience with signal integrity design tools such as Hyperlynx
Microelectronics experience at the transistor level
Understanding of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) principles
Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT) principles
Familiarity with embedded systems, microprocessors, and digital signal processing principles
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: 4 yr and up College
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Electrical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
