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Circuit Design Engineer 3

Lockheed Martin logoLockheed Martin$110,300–$204,900/yrLittleton, CO, United StatesPosted 1mo ago
  • US citizenship
  • Top Secret clearance

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About the job

## About Lockheed Martin Space 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.

Please join us as a Responsible Product Engineer/Certified Principal Engineer, where you will work on the development of a sophisticated state-of-the-art avionics product in a world class Integrated Product Development environment.

Location: This position does not support teleworking; the selected candidate will be located near our Lockheed Martin Space facility in: Littleton, CO and be expected to work a flexible 9x80 schedule in the office full-time. ## Key activities you will accomplish in this role Digital products include digital processing, software defined radio, command & data handling, controls & avionics, and any other digital systems that are utilized on Lockheed Martin space or missile systems.

The critical skills utilized in this role will include experience in FPGA and/or ASIC design, Circuit Card Assembly (CCA) design, Embedded Software, FPGA Gateware, Systems Engineering/Requirements Management, Systems Integration & Test, Guidance Navigation & Control, and Electrical Engineering. ## To be effective in this role, you will need - Experience in a Responsible Engineer / Product Lead role for analog and digital electronics.

Experience working with Subcontractors and sub-tier suppliers. Familiarity with other engineering processes, disciplines and Subject Matter Experts. Familiarity with processes on failure investigation (root cause analysis, Failure Review Boards, etc.). Experience supporting the technical evaluation of design and requirements verification.

Experience in different phases of aerospace electronic component development cycle. Experience interacting with peers, management and government customers. Proficiency in presentations and in written communications. 3+ years of professional experience. Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, thus you are a US Citizen.

The information below reflects the standard job description for this position: Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analysis for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system products 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. ## Basic Qualifications - Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited college in Electrical Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education. - Experience with design of digital or analog circuits. - Experience performing electronics analysis (Worst Case Analysis, Electrical Parts Stress Analysis, Failure Modes and Effects Critical Analysis). - Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required. ## Desired Skills - Experience with a combination of design, test, operations and systems engineering disciplines. - Experience in schematic capture using Xpedition or similar tools. - Experience with PSPICE, Saber or other electronics simulation tool experience. - Experience performing failure Investigation on electronic hardware (CCA, Unit, and System Level). - Demonstrated good communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to peers, management, subcontractors and customers. - Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, collaborative team environment and to build consensus among peers and effective relationships with team members. - Demonstrated strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills. - Adaptable to new situations and demonstrate self-initiative in solving complex problems. - Able to work effectively in a diverse team environment. - Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice. ## Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $110300.00 - $204900.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people.

Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow - both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. - Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. - For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.

Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

From Lockheed Martin's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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