Functional Test Engineer
Marietta, Georgia
Marietta, Georgia
Job Responsibilities
Description:
You will be the Functional Test Engineer for the Vehicle Systems Electronics, Integration & Labs team which is responsible for delivering cutting‑edge functional test solutions for legacy and next‑generation combat aircraft.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Functional Test Engineer you will be responsible for designing, testing, and managing functional test solutions—including custom harnesses, fixtures, and flying hardware—across multiple sustainment and production contracts.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Design and develop functional test solutions, including custom harnesses, fixtures, and flying hardware for C‑130, C‑5, F‑22, F‑35, and F‑16 platforms.
- Evaluate airframe, avionics, and mission‑system specifications to create test strategies and define clear pass/fail criteria.
- Manage test‑infrastructure data in SAP/ERP to control Bills of Materials and ensure full traceability.
- Identify, qualify, and coordinate with aerospace‑grade suppliers to support sustainment and production schedules.
- Conduct failure analysis, partner with design engineers, and support cross‑functional teams in test methodology and quality best practices.
What’s In It For You
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. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are an experienced engineer with a strong background in aircraft maintenance and systems integration. You bring fluency in SAP/ERP environments, a proven ability to engineer custom test hardware, and a data‑driven mindset rooted in Lean, Six Sigma, or 5S/6S principles. Collaborative, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working across engineering, production, and sustainment teams, you thrive on solving complex problems and delivering reliable test solutions that keep our aircraft flying.
Further Information About This Opportunity
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 an active Secret clearance to start.
This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.
Basic Qualifications:
• Knowledge of design of test interfaces, custom cabling, hardware, fixtures for test environments using computer aided drafting software.
• Familiar with quality management practices, data release workflows, part definition, and shop floor digitization of test procedures and work instructions.
• Knowledge of build to print processes, including assembly execution and validation.
• Experience with workflow mapping, time study, Lean/Six Sigma, and continuous improvement projects.
Desired Skills:
• B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent professional experience, military technical training on aircraft, and/or relevant education.
• Greater than 5 years functional test experience on aircraft platforms.
• Design test interfaces, custom cabling, mechanical fixtures, and supporting test equipment for aircraft and laboratory environments using CAD tools (i.e. CATIA, Visio).
• Trained or certified as a Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or equivalent continuous improvement qualification.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP (or comparable ERP) for BOM and requirements analysis, and change management.
• Practical understanding of the Quality Management Systems (i.e.. Apriso, QADS) including development and execution of standard operating procedures and work instructions (i.e.. Shop Floor Manager, Maximo).
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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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.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.