Orion Mechanical Systems Integration and Test Engineer

Job ID : 708921BR Date posted : Oct. 28, 2025

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 a Orion Mechanical Systems Integration and Test Engineer - Early Career. In this role, you will :

Develop test plans, test procedures, and schematics for system and subsystem-level mechanical tests on the Orion spacecraft and test articles.

Learn and understanding the Orion spacecraft assembly, integration and test flow and the associated processes including test execution, anomaly resolution, and paper closure.

Execute test procedures on current flight articles (Artemis III and Artemis IV) and future vehicles under Orion production

Collaborate with team members across the program including systems engineering, CPEs / RSEs, software, test labs, manufacturing, quality, and NASA

The work will involve acceptance testing, environmental testing and ground servicing of flight hardware (including fluids & pneumatic systems, mechanical structures and mechanisms) at the assembly, subsystem and spacecraft level of assembly.

Test activities will primarily take place at Kennedy Space Center, but the position will be required to support test efforts at other locations for periods of time.

The successful candidate will experience working with structural, environmental or pneumatic testing, familiarity using Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (pneumatic or fluids loading panels), fluid systems, such as Propulsion or Environmental Control and Life Support. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Be a part of the Artemis and Orion teams taking astronauts to the Moon and beyond. As an ATLO (Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations) Mechanical Test Engineer on the Orion program, you will be responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of mechanical integration activities for the Orion spacecraft for Artemis III (lunar landing), and future missions.

Basic Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree (Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field preferred) or equivalent experience / combined education

Willing to work extended hours, including second / third shifts and weekends, in support of test activities

This position requires special access to support the program and requires the selected candidate to be a US Citizen.

Desired Skills :

Willingness to travel to other LM Space campuses to perform Test Engineering activities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships and an ability to work and lead in a team environment

Certified Test Conductor (CTC) training

Experience with structural, environmental or pneumatic testing

Familiarity using Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (pneumatic or fluids loading panels)

Familiarity with fluid systems, such as Propulsion or Environmental Control and Life Support

Experience writing test plans, test procedures, or technical documents

Experience interpreting engineering drawings, schematics and test specifications for testing of aerospace hardware

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 : Possible

Career Area : Test Engineering

Type : Full-Time

Shift : First

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