Test Methods Engineer - Antenna Subsystems - 2nd Shift
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 17, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
Standard Job Description
WHAT WE’RE DOING
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THE WORK
Determines most efficient and economical method of production testing; plans and writes test specifications methods and instructions manually or by using computers where required; adapts or modifies existing test equipment or designs new equipment and circuits to meet test specification requirements; estimates cost of testing and test equipment to assure quality performance of manufactured electronic equipment and components.
Translates product performance specifications into production test specifications in accordance with company standards and practices, scheduling requirements, economy of operation and availability of equipment and facilities, by specifying type, method and frequency of test, tolerances to be held, type of equipment and labor classifications to be used and necessary facilities for test equipment setup. Works from blueprints, performance specifications, models, parts, and other pertinent quality or engineering information; consults with design engineers and suggests design changes to facilitate test operations; investigates availability of test equipment and initiates requests for additional equipment to be designed, built, and/or purchased; specifies and designs manufacturing test fixtures and adapts or modifies existing test equipment based on recognized applications of existing circuits or equipment altered to meet test specification requirements in accordance with company standards and practices; designs manufacturing test equipment and circuits generally of a new or complex nature for performance of production test requirements; may prepare sketches or drawings using drafting tools or CAD software as required; operates computers as required for the generation of process information, programs and uses computers on general and special purpose test equipment for the conducting of tests per test specifications, uses computers to program diagnostic information into test equipment, and directs adaptation or modification of existing test equipment; inspects, tests and adjusts test equipment, making modifications by changing parts, using hand tools; may set up production test equipment and may instruct hourly test men in performance of production test; prepares instruction leaflets covering operation and maintenance of test equipment as required; makes changes in test specifications as necessitated by changes in design, or product performance specifications, or to improve quality; may prepare estimates of production test costs including purchase of test equipment, design and construction of new test equipment and facilities, installation and maintenance costs and labor costs of test operations for inclusion in overall manufacturing estimates for price-commitment or vendor bid; consults with vendor representatives to coordinate design and construction of test equipment.
Please Note: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration. This role is for second shift.
This level of position is early to mid-career and candidates typically have 3 to 5 years of professional experience.
WHY JOIN US
Our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Basic Qualifications
- Candidate should have experience/familiarity with RF, Digital and Analog measurement / troubleshooting techniques, digital signal probing, electrical schematic development and analysis.
- Candidate should have experience relating test requirements to the development of Special Test Equipment platforms using standard RF, Digital, and Analog test equipment as applicable.
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware in a test environment.
- Ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented manufacturing environment.
- Effectively communicates written and orally.
- Candidate must be able to obtain an interim Secret Security Clearance prior to starting this position. Obtaining a security clearance requires US Citizenship.
Desired Skills
- Ability to develop software in a test environment
- BS Degree in a technical discipline or AS Degree in technical discipline
- Experience with Test Equipment - Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Noise Figure Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, DVMs.
- Background with test automation and analysis software; Linux, MATLAB, LabView, Excel, etc.
- Familiarity with procurement procedures and generating Bills of Material (BoM).
Pay Information
- $65934.00 - $142072.00
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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.
- Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
- 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) 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.