Quality Test Engineer

Description:This position is contingent upon the program award expected in Summer 2026

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

As an ATLO (Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations) Quality Engineer, you will be operating as the Quality Test Engineering on the Orion Manned Space Flight program at Kennedy Space Center, Neil Armstrong Operations and Checkout Facility. As the Quality Test Engineering , you will be responsible for supporting a team performing oversight of all planning, preparation, and execution of all testing related activities for the Orion Spacecraft.

Other Responsibilities you will be involved with:
Ongoing collaboration with engineering and testing functions to ensure quality standards are in place.
Design and implementation methods and procedures for testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
Participation in audits of the quality systems for deficient identification and correction. Ensure that correct measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements.
Oversight of test plans, test procedures, and schematics for system and subsystem level mechanical and electrical tests on the Orion Spacecraft and test articles.
Understand the Orion Spacecraft assembly, integration, and test flow and the associated processes including test execution, anomaly resolution, and paper closure.

Benefits of Employment:
To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin strives for a work environment that supports differences and big-picture thinking.

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
•Medical
•Dental
•401k
•Paid time off
•Work/life balance
•Career development
•Mentorship opportunities
•Rewards & recognition
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a technical discipline (e.g., systems engineering, computer science, etc.) or equivalent discipline (e.g., math, physics, etc.)
• Familiar with Quality Engineering processes
• Root cause analysis and corrective action training or experience
• US Citizenship required, with ability to obtain Public Trust security clearance
Desired Skills:
• NASA customer experience
• Knowledge of the Orion spacecraft or experience on a production spacecraft program
• Experience in Design/Test Readiness Reviews
• Experience with Automation Framework
• Experience reviewing test plans, test procedures, or technical documents
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships and an ability to work and lead in a team environment
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Public Trust
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: 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.

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: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First