Test Systems Staff Technical Lead

• Dallas, TX
  Lockheed Martin
  
• 
  Grand Prairie, Texas
  
• 
  

PERMANENT

Updated 09/03/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Description:

Why Join Us

We are seeking a high‑energy Technical Team Lead to take charge of an existing, mid‑stage test‑system development effort and lead a focused team of 3-4 engineers through the remaining design, integration, prototyping, EMI qualification, and verification phases. Requirements are not fully defined; the lead will drive the implementation of RF, software (LabVIEW-based) and hardware architectures, manage rapid hardware‑software prototyping, and ensure rigorous verification against system‑level test specifications. In addition to overseeing configuration control and continuous‑integration processes, the role requires frequent briefings and presentations to senior leadership and the U.S. Government customer. This fast‑paced, high‑visibility assignment offers significant growth potential for a self‑motivated technical leader.

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

• This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Proven team lead experience managing cross‑functional technical projects
• Development expertise in software (Python, C/C++, C, LabVIEW) or hardware engineering
• High‑energy, self‑motivated; driven to deliver results with minimal oversight
• Excellent communication and mentorship skills to inspire and guide junior engineers
  

Desired Skills:

• Mastery of two or more languages such as C++, C, and Python, with solid hands‑on experience applying object‑oriented design patterns
• Expert in test‑system hardware design and configuration management, including managing redline updates, version‑controlled schematics, and bill‑of‑materials control to ensure rapid, reliable hardware evolution
• Deep familiarity with the full requirements‑management lifecycle; from capturing test requirements for complex systems, through automated‑test equipment specs, to rigorous configuration control
• Proven expertise using DOORS (or equivalent) for requirements authoring, traceability, and change management
• Skilled at creating detailed test‑system specifications and engineering the hardware architecture needed to realize them
• Strong background in test‑automation frameworks (e.g., pytest, GoogleTest, LabVIEW TestStand) and CI/CD pipelines for continuous verification
• Experience integrating hardware and software (NI

HW, COTS HW

) to build end‑to‑end test systems that meet performance and safety margins

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 worlds 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

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