Orion Test Operations - Certified Test Conductor

Lockheed Martin
Titusville, FL, United States
about 2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Shift work

Tech stack

Systems Engineering Automation of Tests Linux Test Execution Engine Scripting PIC Microcontroller Test Scripts Hardware Testing

Job description

  • Develop, maintain, and approve detailed test plans, procedures, and schedules in accordance with program requirements and command media.
  • Prepare all test hardware, software, and instrumentation (including electrical ground support equipment) ensuring compliance with the Test Engineering Command Media.
  • Create, review, and update automated test scripts to guarantee reliable, repeatable execution
  • Lead execution of functional, performance, and environmental tests, documenting results, discrepancies, and corrective actions; serve as the PIC for all test execution activities.
  • Provide 24 hr/7 day in person test support on a rotating schedule (day, split, night) and act as the primary escalation point for any test phase anomalies.
  • Coordinate with Test Leads, Test Technicians, and other CTCs to ensure unified test execution strategy, resource allocation, and compliance with ATLO directives.
  • Maintain CTC certification status, complete required training and annual recertification.
  • Identify and mitigate human error risks by applying the Human Error Prevention and enforcing approved procedures.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Software, or a closely related field).
  • Ability to perform reliably in a 24 hour operational environment, working rotating day, split, and night shifts.
  • Prior experience as a CTC or current enrollment in the CTC OJT training program, or participation in an equivalent program within another business unit, or military leadership experience.
  • 5+ years test or military experience.
  • Must not simultaneously hold Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) or Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE) certification/status.
  • Must be a United States Citizen

Desired Skills:

  • Completed the CTC certification curriculum and successfully finished the required OJT training.
  • Proficient with automated test equipment, scripting languages, data acquisition systems, and Linux based test tools.
  • Strong analytical abilities combined with excellent written, oral, and documentation skills.
  • Hands on experience with crewed spacecraft or other high reliability flight hardware.
  • Solid understanding of test engineering processes, including the creation and execution of test plans, procedures, and the maintenance of accurate test records.
  • Experienced using automation framework tools to develop and manage test scripts and workflows.
  • Proven leadership and team building skills; capable of coordinating and guiding a team through anomaly investigation and resolution.
  • Familiar with electrical ground support equipment used to power and monitor spacecraft subsystems.

Benefits & conditions

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: 9x80 every other Friday off

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.

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