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Overview

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.

Position Summary

The Payload Launch Site Support Services (PLSSS) Program, within LM Space, provides launch processing support functions for our government customer. Key elements of the program scope include spacecraft launch preparations, spacecraft transportation operations, and processing facilities O&M. The primary operating location is Vandenberg SFB, CA, with support of other locations also required. We are seeking an Electrical Engineer to perform a variety of Electrical Engineering design and operational tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to internal and external customers for electrical power infrastructure.
• Manage and engineer project activities and documentation in collaboration with internal, external, and customer engineering entities.
• Apply systems engineering principles to the operation and maintenance of facility systems.
• Collaborate with drafting to maintain baseline documentation and configuration for electrical systems.
• Provide technical guidance to electrical technicians and facility managers as required.
• Write and conduct work orders to document operation and maintenance of systems.
• Collaborate with Procurement to obtain materials and service in support of electrical system O&M.
• Assist controls engineering in controls infrastructure, building automation, and network operation activities.

Role Notes

As a member of the PLSSS team, you will apply Electrical Engineering rigor to the design, maintenance, and operations of electrical power systems at various facilities at Vandenberg SFB. You will draw upon your knowledge of power distribution, power monitoring, lighting, back up generators, and uninterruptible power supplies to keep these facilities in top shape ready to support launch processing and mission activity. Knowledge of fire alarm systems would be a plus. You will design power and control systems, manage the installation and commissioning of new electrical systems, write operating and maintenance procedures, and be responsible for troubleshooting and verification testing.

Team and Work Schedule

You will work alongside the industry's most talented mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers. The ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams is essential. A 9x80 work schedule is an option.

Basic Qualifications

• Possess practical Electrical Engineering operations and maintenance experience within a commercial or industrial environment
• Willing and able to support periodic travel, overtime, and alternate shifts
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI Security clearance
• Willingness to obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college, or equivalent experience and combined education.
• ACTIVE TS/SCI
• Operational experience with low voltage switchgear (480VAC and less), uninterruptible power supplies, backup/standby generators, power distribution units, lighting, DC energy storage, and data center electrical support.
• Operational experience with building automation systems, controls systems, controls system networks, PID programming, PLC programming, and control system operation and maintenance.
• Experience with third-party integration of assets, programming of MS/TP, Modbus, and BACnet networks, including network addressing schemes.
• Experience drafting common single-line diagrams and power plans.
• Experience in arc flash analysis whether via hand calculations or use of software such as SKM or Easypower.
• Experience writing technical test, checkout, operations, and maintenance procedures and work orders.
• Experience in presenting technical information to leadership, teammates, suppliers, vendors, and government customers.
• Experience with Maximo CMMS.
• Experience with power quality analysis, infrared thermography, motor circuit analysis, and motor signature analysis.
• CompTIA Security+ certification

Security and Other Information

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly

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.

Salary and Benefits

Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off

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 $85,500 - $150,765. 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 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.

Equal Opportunity: Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Application Window: 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.

About Lockheed Martin

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. 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.

Job Details

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Electrical Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First