Electro-Optical Engineer, Staff
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Sunnyvale, CA (In Person)
$164,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Full Job Description JOB ID:
726399BR Date posted: May. 12, 2026Description:
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. 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. At 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. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. Are you passionate about state-of-the-art technology, and seeing your work applied to real life applications that travel to space? Then join Lockheed Martin Space's Optical Talent Center (OTC) as an Electro-Optical Engineer, Staff ! The 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. As an Electro-Optical Engineer, Staff you will focus on Electrical Compatibility Analysis, Requirement Verification, Flex Cable design and act as a box test lead for SMD NGI. In this role you will - Be heavily involved in end to end integration of a system Examine schematics Review the interconnect description documentation Oversee space qual testing and special test equipment Support program lifecycle for optical payload component buildsBasic Qualifications:
Experience with flex cable design and test Experience with box qual testing and/or Worst Case Analysis(WCA) Experience with Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) Worst Case Analysis, including stress and stability analysis to ensure design reliability under extreme environmental and operating conditions. Demonstrated proficiency in schematic design tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Xpedition, Cadence and/or CAD, Zuken and/or PSpice) to create and document functional electrical circuits Familiarity withBlock Diagrams:
Develop and review system-level block diagrams, interface diagrams, and interconnect documentation Must have an Active Final Top Secret Clearance to be considered for this position; US Citizenship is requiredDesired Skills:
Experience in a lab setting Strong written and verbal communication skills. Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.) Experience with troubleshooting test racks Experience in wire harness/cable design. Excitement about space missionsSecurity Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level:
Top 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 toWork Remotely:
Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.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 thisPosition:
9x80 every other Friday offPay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $118,700 - $209,300. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. 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. This position is incentive plan eligible.Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $136,500 - $236,555. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible. 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:
SPACE Relocation Available:
Possible Career Area:
Electro-Optical Engineering 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 toBe Your Best:
Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet. Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer: Flexible Schedules, dependent on roleLevels:
Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management Locations:
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