Electrical Systems Integration/Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking an Electrical Systems Integration and Manufacturing Engineer at Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The position supports the Orion Spacecraft Elements Team by planning and authoring procedures and providing floor support for mechanical and electrical integration environments. The role is permanently located on‑site at KSC, FL, requires U.S. citizenship, and may involve travel as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and author procedures for the Orion Spacecraft Elements Team and provide floor support in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Create and develop harness installation, instrumentation/sensor installation, thermal‑prep integration, component integration, and manufacturing work instructions.
• Determine build sequence, select or design required tools, and solve production problems during mechanical/electrical integration and assemblies.
• Review, provide feedback on, and sign off engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Manage time effectively, work independently, and troubleshoot hardware anomalies.
• Communicate regularly with program personnel and report project status to leadership.
• Mentor lower‑level Mechanical Engineers, support and lead training and onboarding efforts.
• Provide oversight to lower‑level engineers, review fabrication plans/table‑top reviews, and offer technical/floor support guidance.
• Identify and champion process‑improvement initiatives.
• Support 1st shift with a 6 am start on a 9‑80 schedule; on occasion assist 2nd shift or weekend shifts as program needs dictate.
• Plan, implement, test, document, and maintain solutions for integration and testing of in‑house developed and COTS/GOTS components, subsystems, and systems.
• Synthesize customer contractual needs into system test solutions that balance technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Establish functional and technical specifications, solve hardware/software interface problems, define I/O parameters, and ensure full system integration.
• Develop and direct comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for systems and subsystems.
• Coordinate subsystem and system testing activities with programs and other organizations.
• Analyze test results and prepare detailed evaluation reports verifying system performance.
• Write discrepancy reports and perform integration regression testing to validate fixes.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Manufacturing preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Positive, collaborative attitude and contribution to a constructive workplace culture.
• Demonstrated competence, reliability, and focus on quality outcomes.
• Knowledge of production manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFMA).
• Experience reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings and providing technical feedback.
• Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to travel as necessary.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Engineering Change Management.
• 3+ years using SAP or similar ERP/MES for generating manufacturing work instructions, routings, product structures, and MBOMs.
• Familiarity with configuration‑management tools such as Windchill, EPDM, or equivalents.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., Creo Parametric, CreoView, EdgeCAM, Delmia).
• Experience with harness routing/assembly, instrumentation, adhesive mounts, and electrical component installations.
• General electrical integration, routing, and mating experience in an aerospace production environment.

Pay

Full‑Time Salary Range: $104,900 – $194,700. The listed range serves as a general guideline; final compensation will consider factors such as scope and responsibilities, experience, education, key skills, market location, and business considerations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4×10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education assistance
• Life insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (subject to performance metrics)

Schedule

Primarily 1st shift with a 6 am start on a 9‑80 schedule. Occasional support for 2nd shift and/or weekend shifts may be required to meet program needs.