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Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds’ hardest engineering problems. Do you want to join a team where employees envision the impossible, perform with excellence and build incredible products?\nWhat are Space Protection Programs (SPP)?\nWhen you join SPP you will be part of one of the most innovative and fastest moving organizations in Space. Come help build end-to-end Space Security Systems and utilize our cutting-edge capabilities to assure the security and health of our nation’s space assets. We push the boundary of what gets done in space. Come be one of the people playing a critical role to defeat the enemies of freedom.\nWe are seeking a Space Vehicle Test Engineer to work within the Space Protection Programs organization. This role provides the opportunity to perform critical work, develop your individual potential, and play a crucial role in the strategic execution of the SPP area.\nAs a Space Vehicle Test Engineer, you will:\nDevelop, and review test artifacts\nOversee test execution of various subsystem and system-level tests\nDocument test results and test discrepancies\nModerate among the interests of multi-disciplinary groups to synthesize test plans and test procedures that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints\nPerform to functional and technical specifications and standards\nAid in solutions for hardware/software interface problems\nEnsure integration of the entire system or subsystem through test product execution\nCoordinate subsystem and/or system testing activities with support organizations\nPerform impromptu briefs of test status or discrepancies to customer representatives or program management\nWork within a fast-paced production operations environment that may include 24/7 support and travel to support full lifecycle operations\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelors degree in an engineering discipline or related experience\nPrevious test experience\nProficiency with a high-level scripting language (Python, PHP, Ruby, etc.) to support automated test script development, debug, and execution\nActive secret clearance with the ablity to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance\nDesired Skills\nBachelors degree in an engineering discipline with 2 years experience\nExperienced Test Conductor on Space Vehicle Integration and Test Programs, including: Component and System Level Functional and Environmental test\nExperience in Space Vehicle Test Operations including the test development process, test execution, data analysis, and anomaly resolution\nExcellent technical writing, planning and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to achieve consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members\nDemonstrated basic understanding of systems thinking skills and behaviors\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00\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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