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Job ID: 730633BR Date posted: May. 29, 2026
Description: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.
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking an Electrical Systems Integration and Manufacturing Engineer at Kennedy Space Center, Florida to plan and author procedures for the Orion Spacecraft Elements Team and provide floor support for Mechanical and Electrical Integration environments.
The applicant will perform specific duties to include, but are not limited to:
• Plans and authors procedures for the Orion Spacecraft Elements Team and provides floor support for a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Performs various duties including creating and/or developing harness installation, Instrumentation/sensor installation, thermal prep integration and component integration, manufacturing work instructions.
• Determines the sequence of build, selecting or designing required tools, and solves production problems during the build of mechanical/electrical integration and assemblies.
• Review, provide feedback and sign off on Engineering Drawings and CAD models.
• Manages time effectively and ability to work independently with minimal oversight .
• Trouble shoot and correct anomalies with discrepant hardware.
• Effective communicator, routinely interfaces with program personnel and reports project status to leadership.
• Assist in training and onboarding efforts.
• Find and assist process improvement efforts.
• Primarily supporting 2nd shift on a 9-80 schedule B-Track (approximately 12pm-9:30pm). On occasion may need to support weekend shifts as needed to support program needs.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or Manufacturing preferred) and 1+ years of experience
• Maintain a positive, collaborative attitude and contribute to a constructive workplace culture.
• Perform assigned duties with competence, reliability, and a focus on quality outcomes.
• Knowledge of production manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Knowledge of Design For Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFMA).
• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and providing technical feedback to engineering.
• Advanced Skills in the Microsoft Office software suite.
• Position is permanently located on-site at KSC, FL. Ability to travel as necessary.
• Must be a U.S Citizen
Desired Skills:
• Experience with Engineering Change Management.
• 1+ years of experience demonstrating use of SAP or similar ERP/MES software for generating manufacturing work instructions, routings, product structure, and manufacturing bill of materials (MBOM).
• Experience and understanding of configuration management practices and databases such as Windchill, EPDM, or similar.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software such as Creo Parametric, CreoView, EdgeCAM, Delmia
• Experience with harness routing/assembly, instrumentation, adhesive mounts, and electrical components (hardware) installations. General electrical integration, routing and mating in an aerospace production environment.
Clearance Level: None
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: No
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second