Standard Job 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 with 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 and 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.
At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor Degree degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university.
Experience with schematic capture and/ or PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Eagle, KiCad, Mentor Graphics, Cadence, etc.)
Experience with simulation tools (LTspice, PSpice, Simulink, NI Multisim, MATLAB, etc.)
Familiarity with test equipment (This may include oscilloscope, multimeter, function generator, signal generator, network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, logic analyzer, etc.)
Must be a US Citizen; must be able to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret 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
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
Experience working with engineering drawings.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (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.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
