Flight Termination System Integration & Test Engineer

JOB ID: 721690BR

Date posted: Mar. 25, 2026

Description:

What You Will Be Doing

Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer on hypersonic development programs. Tasks will include FTS component and system support, to include test procedure generation, integration and test, and pre-flight check activities. Candidate should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline. The effort encompasses the full life cycle of systems development from initial requirements definition, design trades, component testing, system integration/test, and troubleshooting. The position requires strong electronic systems knowledge, integration, testing, and excellent troubleshooting skills. Person will coordinate on design and test items with Range Safety Officers (RSO) at multiple flight test locations. Domestic travel will be required approximately 10% for supplier and test locations. Candidate must have a Secret clearance.

Why Join Us

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience or Master’s degree
• Experience with understanding schematics and interface wiring diagrams
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Flight Termination System (FTS) subsystem design, integration, and testing
• Familiarity with telemetry system design and integration
• Strong presentation skills and capable of briefing audiences of varying technical knowledge
• Experience with supplier management, including Statement of Work (SOW) generation and technical oversight
• Excellent ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker with the ability to select and apply appropriate systems thinking skills to solve problems and implement constructive change

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:

Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

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:

Experienced Professional

Business Unit:

MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

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