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While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.\nAt Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.\nJoin us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.\nThe OTC enables new frontiers in visible-light and infrared systems, missile defense, space exploration and much more. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions some of the world’s hardest engineering problems.\nIn this role you will:\nDesign, integrate, and test electro-optical (EO) components and active mirror systems across mission phases\nDevelop high-power distribution architectures and grounding schemes, ensuring compliance with EMC/thermal requirements\nDesign analog and digital subsystems for commanding and data acquisition\nSpecify cable harness design and routing for harsh-environment applications\nPerform signal integrity analysis and testing of high-speed data and communication interfaces\nSpecify electrical and EO components\nOwn electrical subsystems and harnessing through the complete program life cycle (concept → design → verification → delivery → operations)\nOwn subsystem and system-level electrical interfaces\nGenerate grounding architectures for complex systems\nWork closely with cross-functional Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) (e.g. Systems, Optical, Mechanical, Thermal, Software)\nIdentify and mitigate common pitfalls associated with Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) of complex EO systems\nSupport hardware/software/circuitware integration activities during system AIT\nLead cross-functional reviews and coordinate with systems engineering, software, and manufacturing to ensure requirement traceability\nTroubleshoot and resolve EO subsystem anomalies during testing and integration\nProduce and maintain technical documentation including design bundles, test plans, anomaly reports, and lessons-learned databases\nBasic Qualifications\nFamiliarity with a wide range of custom analog and digital control electronics using Embedded Microprocessors and Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)\nExperience with circuit board design and layout\nExperience using engineering tools for electrical circuit board and cable harness design such as Altium, Zuken, Xpedition, OrCAD, etc.Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, OneNote, etc.\nExperience employing high efficiency DC-DC converter implementations and generating high power distribution architectures\nUnderstanding functional operation of photodiodes, cameras, position sensing devices, and associated interface electronics\nUnderstanding of data and communication interfaces such as 10 Gigabit Ethernet, RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, CameraLink, etc.\nFamiliarity using test equipment such as high-speed signal/function generators, digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.US Citizenship is required\nDesired Skills\nBachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education\nFamiliarity with systems containing embedded monitoring and data logging\nFamiliarity with VMEbus International Trade Association (VITA) industry standards for VPX-based embedded computing systems\nFamiliarity with server-based embedded computing system hardware specification and integration\nExperience designing and integrating high voltage q-switch drivers\nExperience designing thermal electric cooler drivers for precision temperature control of sensitive components\nGenerally has 8+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.\nProficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $185400.00 - $344400.00\nAt 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.\nThe 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.\nBenefits 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.\nAnnual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. 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