Lockheed Martin

Environmental Test Technician

Lockheed Martin$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience with vacuum and cryogenic space simulation equipment setup and operation.
  • Knowledge of electrical and electronic test control and readout systems.
  • Ability to interpret engineering prints, manufacturer manuals, and technical data.
  • Typically requires a two-year electronics technology degree and one year of relevant testing experience.
  • Must hold required certifications and maintain a secret clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and service equipment for environmental testing simulating launch and space conditions.
  • Determine appropriate test setups for various vehicle systems and subsystems.
  • Operate equipment including vacuum systems, vibration controllers, and fluid dynamics stimulators.
  • Develop and improve test aids and fixtures for monitoring devices and apparatus.
  • Record and evaluate test data according to procedures and requirements.
  • Assist in troubleshooting test setups and advise lead personnel on major issues.
  • Conduct tests following detailed procedural instructions.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedules including condensed options for additional time off.
  • Paid time off benefits.
Full Job Description
IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, VAFB or Eastern Range facilities must apply to open requisitions on Brass Ring to be considered for the position.

Perform the setup, modification and servicing of equipment designed to simulate environmental
conditions encountered in launch and space environment such as vibration, structural stress, thermal and atmospheric changes and operate such equipment to perform tests and accumulate data on any one major vehicle system or subsystem relative to the reaction of the test item to conditions under which the item is tested.

Determine and accomplish the appropriate setup of test equipment and test specimen to perform tests and obtain test data at the system or subsystem level following defined procedural steps.

Operate and monitor equipment such as but not limited to high vacuum and cryogenic systems, solar simulation apparatus, closed loop vibration controllers, high pressure load control systems and fluid dynamics stimulators to carry out required tests.

Work to written test requirements/ instructions, Test Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, or practices and engineering information. Apply a working knowledge of the equipment characteristics and capabilities, and accepted laboratory and shop practices.

Select or design/develop, improvise, modify and fabricate test aids, fixtures for monitoring devices,
specialized apparatus and similar items required to completely setup for, conduct or monitor tests, and to evaluate test articles.

Develop programs for and operate heat flux simulators, data systems, high pressure fluid dynamic stimulators, electronic controllers, data recorders, gauges and radiation sensors.

Assist in the troubleshooting of test setups and specimens involved in tests and advise Test Event lead (Sr. Technician or Test Engineer) where major problems are encountered. Record data in accordance with prescribed requirements and participate in evaluation of data as required

Basic Qualifications

Knowledge of set-up and operation of vacuum and cryogenic space simulation equipment; ground handling and flight simulation equipment, and shop theory and practice related thereto.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic test control, recording and read out equipment associated with simulation equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering prints and sketches, manufacturers manuals and similar technical data.
• Typically requires knowledge of electronics technology equivalent to a two year program presented by junior colleges and technical institutes, and one year of testing experience with cryogenic, high vacuum, and dynamic test equipment.
• Must possess all certifications as required.
• Must be able to maintain and obtain a secret clearance

Work Schedule Information

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.

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.

Lockheed Martin Careers

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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