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# Orion Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Littleton, CO, United States
- **Salary:** $79,300.0 - $147,300.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, Verification and Validation (Software), Software Testing Automation Framework, Systems Integration, Software Troubleshooting, Integration Tests
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3479355516&tx=CT323TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* B.S in Engineering or related degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
 * Basic hands-on hardware and software troubleshooting experience
 * Willing to work extended hours, including 2nd shifts and weekends, in support of test activities
 * US Citizen required to perform the task

Desired Skills

 * Current or former Certified Test Conductor (CTC) with test engineering experience using Automation Framework
 * Knowledge of the Orion spacecraft
 * Understanding of automated test scripts and configuration management
 * Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules
 * Works effectively independently and as part of a team
 * Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

## Description

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Orion Systems Engineer. Be a part of the Artemis and Orion teams taking astronauts to the Moon and beyond. As a Systems Engineer on the Orion program, you will be responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of hardware and software integration activities for the Orion Integrated Test Laboratory in support of Artemis III (lunar landing) and future missions., * Responsible for ensuring the Orion Integrated Test Labs is integrated, maintained and operational.

 * The candidate ideally has a background in system and/or subsystem test and integration.
 * Willing/able to support test shifts in the Orion Test Labs with occasional evening and weekend shift assignments.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.