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Flight Termination System Design & Integration Engineer

Grand Prairie, Texas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job ID: 727550BR Date posted: May. 15, 2026
Description:Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control in Grand Prairie, Texas is seeking a Flight Termination System (FTS) engineer to support design, missile integration, and flight tests for an Advanced Program.

What You Will Be Doing

You will be a Flight Termination System (FTS) Engineer on a challenging, advanced development program. The effort encompasses the full lifecycle of development from initial requirements definition, component design, integration, flight test, and production. Tasks will include a variety of component electrical design, software/firmware, and system integration. Some integration with telemetry components may be required. Candidate should have a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering discipline. The position requires strong electronic systems knowledge, integration, testing, and excellent troubleshooting skills. Candidate will work on a cross-functional team and coordinate with internal/external Customers and Range Safety Officers (RSO). Domestic travel will be required 10%. Candidate must have a Secret clearance.

Why Join Us

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 Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience or Master’s degree
• Strong electronic systems design, integration, testing, and excellent troubleshooting skills
• Experience using standard Test Equipment including Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Domestic travel will be required
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required
Desired Skills:
• Experience with Flight Termination System (FTS) subsystem design, integration, and testing
• Familiarity with telemetry system design and integration
• Strong presentation skills and capable of briefing audiences of varying technical knowledge
• Experience with supplier management, including Statement of Work (SOW) generation and technical oversight
• Excellent ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
• Strong background in cross-discipline systems engineering practices including requirements development/maintenance, architecture, test equipment hardware/software design, integration, and verification
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 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 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Electrical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is the largest defense contractor in the United States and one of the most influential aerospace and security companies in the world. The company develops advanced systems across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains, including fighter aircraft like the F-35, missile defense systems, satellites, space exploration technologies, and classified intelligence platforms that support U.S. and allied national security missions.

For job seekers, Lockheed Martin offers a wide range of career opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, aerospace design, systems integration, manufacturing, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on some of the most advanced and widely deployed defense systems in the world. Many roles involve supporting long-term programs with direct impact on military readiness and global security.

Unlike smaller defense firms that focus on niche technologies, Lockheed Martin operates at massive scale across multiple mission areas, giving employees exposure to complex systems such as stealth aircraft, missile defense networks, hypersonics, space-based systems, and autonomous platforms. The company also plays a major role in classified programs and next-generation defense technologies that shape the future of warfare and deterrence strategy.

As global defense priorities continue to shift toward advanced aerospace systems, space dominance, and integrated multi-domain operations, Lockheed Martin remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking stable, highly technical, and mission-driven careers with global impact, Lockheed Martin continues to stand as a defining pillar of aerospace and national security.

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