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Infrared Sensor Systems Integration/Test Engineer Sr. - Santa Barbara

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Goleta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2026
Job Description

Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.

We are experiencing growth and looking for a Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer.

You will be supporting 2-3 major programs across production and development. Our team is responsible for operation and testing of focal plane arrays, across the entire lifecycle of the product.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for handling a broad scope of engineering work, including technical tasks, program/resource planning, and technical presentations. You will play a key role in supporting the development, operation, and production of infrared sensor systems, leveraging your technical expertise to drive project success.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting the full lifecycle of focal plane arrays, from wafer level to full deliverable sensor packages.

Designing and executing tests in a laboratory setting to ensure system performance and reliability

Developing and implementing scripts using languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C to automate testing and data analysis

Collaborating with cross-functional teams to plan and allocate resources, ensuring project milestones are met

Presenting technical results to a wide audience, including junior engineers, senior leadership, and customers

Why Join Us

We're looking for a talented and detail-oriented engineer to join our team. As an Infrared Sensor Systems Testing and Integration Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on complex projects, develop your technical skills, and collaborate with a team of experts. If you have a passion for testing and integration, experience with scripting languages, and a strong foundation in laboratory testing, we encourage you to apply. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence, with opportunities for growth and development in a cutting-edge field.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Santa Barbara. Discover more about our Santa Barbara, California location.

The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field with 3 years of professional experience; or a related Master's degree with 1 years of professional experience; or a PhD in a related field

Experience coding in a scripting language to include any of the following: MATLAB, C, C , SQL, Java, HTML, or Python

Experience in working in a laboratory setting, testing hardware and electronics

Ability to read electrical schematics and experience in probing electronics and/or circuit cards

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Desired Skills

Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance

Experience operating and testing any variety of photo-detector/sensor (Infrared, Visible, UV, X-Ray, Gamma Ray, LIDAR)

Experience with optics and optical components

Electronic troubleshooting of digital and analog electronics

Experience with software control of hardware

Experience with data collection automation and/or data analysis automation

Data Analysis and/or image processing experience

Focal plane manufacturing or testing experience

Project Management experience (project planning), team leadership, or working with budgetary estimates

Technical Mentorship Experience

Experience with vacuum systems and vacuum hygiene

Experience with cryogenic systems and working with liquid cryogens

EEO

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.

    Other Important Information

    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

    Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

    Work Schedule Information

    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.

    National Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,550. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    (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.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,800 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Salary : $89,300 - $157,550

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