Lockheed Martin

Circuit Design Engineer (Level 2)

Lockheed Martin • $91K — $169K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA) design or analysis.
  • Proficient in schematic capture tools like Zuken, Altium, or Mentor Graphics.
  • Possession of a current or Active Top Secret clearance, requiring US citizenship.
  • Strong understanding of electrical circuits and test requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze analog/digital circuits for high-reliability electronics.
  • Develop schematics and support PCB layout for space-qualified practices.
  • Create prototypes and execute testing plans for acceptance and qualification.
  • Collaborate with various teams to integrate and troubleshoot hardware solutions.
  • Manage component selection and sourcing while overseeing hardware qualification.
  • Lead decision-making processes by conducting trade studies and evaluating architectures.
  • Present technical statuses and mentor engineers for continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements and schedules.
  • 401(k) matching program.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday policies.
  • Paid parental leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Education assistance for professional development.
  • Life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a creative Circuit Design Engineer to join an exciting and dynamic team where you will work on the development of a sophisticated state-of-the-art avionics product in a world class Integrated Product Development environment. This position does not support teleworking. You will need to live near our Littleton, CO facility and be expected to work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full-time.

What does this role look like?

As an Electrical Engineer, you'll design, develop, integrate, and qualify high-reliability electronics for demanding space applications. You'll own hardware from concept through qualification while collaborating across engineering disciplines.
  • Design & Analyze: Develop analog/digital circuits, perform worst-case, parts-stress, and FMEA analyses, and use tools such as PSpice and Saber for simulation and optimization.
  • PCB Development: Create schematics using Zuken or Siemens Xpedition and support PCB layout using EPCAD or Siemens tools, with a focus on signal integrity and space-qualified practices.
  • Build & Test: Develop prototypes, checkout procedures, and test plans, and execute acceptance and qualification testing.
  • Integrate & Collaborate: Partner with PCB, GNC, FPGA, and Special Test Equipment teams to integrate, troubleshoot, and verify hardware.
  • Drive Decisions: Lead trade studies and evaluate architectures while balancing performance, cost, schedule, reliability, and risk.
  • Own Hardware: Manage BOMs, component selection, sourcing, and prototype builds.
  • Qualify for Space: Verify designs withstand shock, vibration, radiation, thermal extremes, and other mission environments.
  • Lead & Communicate: Present technical status, risks, and issues to leadership and customers while mentoring engineers and advancing continuous improvement.


The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:

Designs and develops circuits used in electronic devices. Responsible for layout and mask design, device evaluation and characterization, test box design, prototype construction and checkout, and determination of wafer fabrication processes. Prepares test methods and specifications; analyzes equipment to establish operating data and conducts experimental tests; provides finished device approval; and prepares customer application information.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline; or equivalent experience/combined education.
  • Experience or coursework related to design and/or analysis of Circuit Card Assemblies (CCA).
  • Working knowledge using Zuken, Altium, Mentor Graphics or other schematic capture tool.
  • Current or Active Top Secret clearance, thus US citizenship is required.


Desired Skills

  • Demonstrated usage of Zuken, Altium, Mentor Graphics or other schematic capture tool.
  • Experience performing Worst Case Analysis (WCA) on Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) designs.
  • Knowledge of card test requirements and process.
  • Ability to understand electrical circuits, interfaces, and interconnect diagrams.
  • PSPICE, Saber, or other electronics simulation tool experience.
  • Technical experience in full life cycle development of hardware including design, integration, and test.
  • Excellent presentation, oral and written skills.
  • Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
  • Demonstrated strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.


Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00

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.
  • 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) 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.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

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Joining Lockheed Martin provides more than just a job opportunity; it offers a platform to be part of a leading team dedicated to advancing global security and aerospace innovation. As a cornerstone of technological prowess, Lockheed Martin invites you to contribute to a legacy of impactful achievements in defense and technology.

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114,000 employees
Market Cap
$126.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$65.3 billion
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