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Sr Test Engineer

Grand Prairie, Texas

Grand Prairie, Texas

Responsibilities

Job ID: 712901BR Date posted: Jan. 12, 2026
Description:Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.

We are experiencing growth and looking for an Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) Test Engineer for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) EMI (electromagnetic interference) Lab.

You will be responsible for ensuring that products are tested carefully per unique program requirements, typically based off various military standards such as MIL-STD-461. Our team will coordinate with the E3 Hardware Design and Analysis team which is a multi-disciplined group of electrical, mechanical, and electro-mechanical engineers that are designing products to meet E3 requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As the E3 Test Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Performing conducted emissions, radiated emissions, radiated susceptibility, bulk current injection (BCI), and electro static discharge (ESD) testing on avionics, weapons, communication, and navigation subsystems as well as full system level tests.

• Configuring and calibrate LISNs, antennas, EMI chambers, reverberation chambers, susceptibility/emissions test profiles, shielding effectiveness and antenna pattern tests.

• Leading the setup and execution of EMI/EMC test events in accordance with MIL-STD-461/464 test standards and other relevant EMI standards.

• Analyzing and compiling test event data with HDA E3 engineer to help ensure designs meet requirements.

• Supporting test fixture designs for EMI/EMC test events.

• Assisting lab manager in day to day lab operations (audits, 6S, security, facilities and maintenance work requests, calibration tasks, preventative maintenance, etc.)

• Analyzing results against MIL STD 461 limits, generate pass/fail reports, and produce detailed test reports (including setup diagrams, traceability matrices, and corrective action recommendations).

• Collaborating with a multi-disciplined team of engineers and effectively interfacing with supplier and customer representatives.

• Maintaining an inventory of test equipment, ensure all instruments are calibrated per ISO/IEC 17025 schedule, and document calibration certificates.

• Troubleshooting and repair test fixtures, cables, antennas RF amplifier systems, grounding/strap systems and other test equipment racks.

• Preparing and review test procedures and test specifications for internal QA.

• Supporting design reviews and TRRs (technical readiness review) and provide EMC/EMI feedback to program engineers during development.

• Attending customer technical meetings, present test results, and address non conformance findings.

• Some travel will be expected for as these meetings and test support cases could be at offsite facilities or government test ranges.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and update lab SOPs.


MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Why Join Us

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
Basic Qualifications:
• 3+ years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics, or related field.

• Ability to interpret and apply MIL STD 461, DO 160, IEC 61000 4 series, and relevant NATO standards.

• Experience with conducting test events for MIL-STD-461 and MIL-STD-464

• Experience with generating test plans/procedures and reports.

• Experience with lab test equipment, such as spectrum analyzers, EMI receivers, network analyzers, signal generators, power meters, RF directional couplers, Oscilloscopes, AC/DC power supplies, field probes, antennas, and RF amplifiers.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lb (equipment, test fixtures)

• Ability to receive forklift certification and perform crane/hoist operations.

• Experience with performing material handling requests as needed for lab operations.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance, therefore you must be a US Citizen.
Desired Skills:
• Active DOD Secret Clearance

• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory

• Experience performing testing according to RTCA-DO-160 Sections 18-22

• Experience with TILE!TM (ETS Lindgren EMC automation software) equipment scripts

• Experience with developing test plans/procedures and reports

• Experience with basic troubleshooting, basic interpretation, and test results analysis

• Experience with vulnerability characterization

• Knowledge of E3 effects on military vehicles, fire control systems, missile systems, and munitions, including grounding, bonding, coupling effects from EM radiation and shielding methods.
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: 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 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: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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About

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.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
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Qualifications

What does a successful RF Engineering employee at Lockheed Martin look like?
Check out the info below to see if you have what it takes.

  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day.

  • Imaginative

    From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.

  • Results-driven

    You are a great decision maker who strives to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Team Player

    You embrace collaboration and are committed to the success of your team.

  • Technologically Savvy

    Whatever you know today could be different tomorrow as technology is constantly changing. Strong technical skills and intellectual depth with a willingness to continually learn from others are important traits.

  • Problem-solver

    Working in the RF Engineering space means working together to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

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Quote

“The RF field is very broad. For example, I work with spacecraft antennas, but I have colleagues that work with missiles and aircraft sensor systems. At any given time, my team is working on 10 or more projects, ranging from antennas that support weather forecasting to connecting warfighters across the globe.”

Shane L., RF Engineering Sr. Manager

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer a flexible work schedule.

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