16 production test engineer jobs found in Palmdale

Description: Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Level 3) • Candidate will develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems on specified programs within Advance Development Programs (ADP) (Skunk Works) in Palmdale CA. • This includes collaborating with engineering and manufacturing counterparts to ensure quality requirements and standards are achieved. • The candidate will design and implement inspection and testing processes including enabling new technologies based on business case analysis to achieve quality requirements in the most effective manner. • Candidate will perform data analysis and identify corrective action and improvement opportunities. • Maintains a DCMA/NASA/Customer quality relationship. Establishes and maintains effective Quality Program Team business rhythm. • The selected candidate will ensure corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with stated requirements. • Areas of specialization...

Description: This position is for an experienced member of an ADP Systems Engineering team, providing support across the entire product line including both new and existing programs. The candidate will be part of a fast paced, dynamic environment supporting state of the art technical solutions. What You Will Be Doing: The successful candidate will have experience across the spectrum of Mission Systems and general Systems Engineering activities. The candidate will collaborate with other engineering personnel in the development, decomposition, tracking and verification of requirements, support Functional Configuration Audits, be an advocate for timely and accurate risk assessments and execute risk abatement efforts. Additional responsibilities may include development of supplier specifications, technical planning, and requirements verification. The candidate will provide systems and subsystem integration/test support and will work closely with program management to...

Description: You will be the Stress Analysis Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for delivering groundbreaking aerospace solutions. What You Will Be Doing As the Stress Analysis Engineer you will be responsible for applying advanced analytical techniques to ensure the structural integrity of aircraft components and systems. Your responsibilities will include: Support Production and Sustainment Material Review Board (MRB) repairs to ensure discrepant parts or assemblies meet required strength standards. Perform stress analysis on composite and metallic materials, including sizing of detail parts and assessing the strength of primary and secondary aircraft structures and systems. Certify new and existing designs by performing strength analysis, releasing drawings, and preparing analysis reports. Evaluate and compare structural efficiency and weight for different structural arrangements and concepts through analysis...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 for the Skunk Works Systems Engineering team which is responsible for advancing cutting‑edge mission systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading the development of a new Skunk Works product within a program portfolio, driving technical solutions in a fast‑paced environment. You will partner with program management, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to ensure technical integrity and successful delivery. Your responsibilities will include: - Guiding engineering personnel in requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification. - Chairing Functional Configuration Audits and leading risk assessments and mitigation efforts. - Developing supplier specifications, technical plans, and verifying requirements. - Providing systems and subsystem integration/test support and collaborating with program management. - Applying Earned...

Description: You will be the Non-Metallic Senior Materials & Processes Engineer for the Palmdale Materials and Processes (M&P) group which is responsible for advancing non‑metallic material solutions across Advanced Development Programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Non-Metallic Senior Materials & Processes Engineer you will be responsible for delivering expert material support that enables high‑performance aerospace assemblies. Your responsibilities will include: Provide non‑metallic materials support to domestic and foreign co‑producers. Apply chemistry expertise to adhesives, sealants, polymers and structural assembly requirements. Review engineering Build‑To Packages and maintain entries for M&P databases. Evaluate new materials and develop process specifications for production use. Develop and oversee test plans, determining releaseability of technical documents. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 for the Skunk Works Systems Engineering team which is responsible for advancing cutting‑edge mission systems. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Senior Staff - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading the development of a new Skunk Works product within a program portfolio, driving technical solutions in a fast‑paced environment. Your responsibilities will include: - Guiding engineering personnel in requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification. - Chairing Functional Configuration Audits and leading risk assessments and mitigation efforts. - Developing supplier specifications, technical plans, and verifying requirements. - Providing systems and subsystem integration/test support and collaborating with program management. - Applying Earned Value Measurement Systems (EVMS) and driving technical leadership across product phases. - Authoring and managing Statements of Work...

Description: As a Quality Engineer on Advanced Development Programs, you’ll be responsible for driving process improvements, managing variation, and influencing cross-functional strategies that reduce defects, scrap, and rework. You’ll collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams while representing the voice of quality in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Key Responsibilities: Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure...

Description: You will be the Low Observables Engineer Sr Staff for the Low Observables (Signature Management & Survivability) team which is responsible for advancing stealth and survivability technologies. What You Will Be Doing As the Low Observables Engineer Sr Staff you will be responsible for leading the end‑to‑end maturation of low observable technologies from concept through production. You will drive technical strategy, coordinate multidisciplinary efforts, and represent the team to senior leadership and government forums. Your responsibilities will include: Perform, analyze, and communicate vehicle signature predictions using Unix‑based codes and tools. Lead signature‑reduction trade studies and optimization campaigns for platform‑level and component‑level designs. Plan and execute laboratory measurements of material coupons to determine physical, electrical, and environmental properties. Develop and test advanced electromagnetic...

Description: You will be the Research Scientist for the ADP SLO team which is responsible for driving engineering support across design and production programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Research Scientist you will be responsible for providing engineering support to production, collecting and analyzing RCS data, and developing sustainment processes. Your responsibilities will include: Collect RCS data using specialized test equipment and interpret results to influence component serviceability. Develop processes and procedures for LO sustainment, including defect and repair effect assessments. Perform Stability‑Over‑Time analysis and contribute to intellectual‑property evaluations and patent applications. Coordinate inter‑departmental activities and research efforts related to materials and coatings applications. Support program decision‑making through data‑driven insights and recommendations. What’s In It For You We are committed to...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer Sr for the Engineering and Technology Organization which is responsible for turning visionary aircraft concepts into operational reality. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Sr you will be responsible for providing systems‑engineering integration and test support across the full life‑cycle of aircraft simulation systems, from concept design through production and delivery. Your responsibilities will include: Provide integration and test support for aircraft simulation systems and subsystems. Develop, test, and maintain simulation capabilities throughout concept, design, and production phases. Collaborate with multiple disciplines, suppliers, and end‑users to ensure complete requirement coverage. Generate verification and validation plans using industry‑standard requirement formulation, decomposition, flow‑down, and traceability. Support weapons‑systems capability integration and overall...

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) - Level 4 for the Skunk Works which is responsible for advancing radar and electronic‑warfare capabilities on Lockheed Martin’s most advanced aeronautics programs. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer (Radar/EW) - Level 4 you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance RF solutions that enable mission‑critical radar and EW systems across the product lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: Perform RF engineering analyses and modeling for radar and electronic‑warfare subsystems. Contribute to system design, development, integration, test, and production activities. Apply Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to create and maintain digital system models. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to validate requirements and ensure seamless integration. Support sustainment and troubleshoot performance issues throughout the hardware lifecycle. What’s In...

Description: You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Manufacturing Planning Team which is responsible for translating engineering data into clear, actionable work instructions. What You Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for turning technical drawings, models, and specifications into practical production sequences and detailed documentation. Your responsibilities will include: Analyze engineering drawings, models, specifications, and related references to define optimal operations and sequences. Develop comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation for machine parts, composite assemblies, airframe structures, aircraft systems, and related processes. Apply shop theory and manufacturing best practices to select tooling, methods, and process flows that maximize efficiency. Collaborate with designers, production engineers, Engineering, Planning, Tool Design, Tool Shops, and Production to ensure alignment...

Description: You will be the Vehicle Management System (VMS) Hardware Lead - Level 5 for the Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) team which is responsible for avionics architecture, vehicle management systems, guidance and navigation, external radio communications, and air data system. What You Will Be Doing As the Vehicle Management System (VMS) Hardware Lead - Level 5 you will be responsible for leading a large team, driving cross‑functional collaboration, and influencing senior stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include: - Define and execute hardware architecture strategy for VMS. - Lead design, development, and test efforts for VMS hardware components. - Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration with guidance, navigation, and communications subsystems. - Mentor and develop engineers, fostering technical excellence. - Engage senior leadership to align technical direction with program objectives. What’s In It For You We are committed to...

Description: You will be the Low Observables Engineer for the Signature Management & Survivability Team which is responsible for advancing low‑observable technologies and supporting ISR & UAS missions. What You Will Be Doing As the Low Observables Engineer you will be responsible for shaping stealth signature reduction strategies, guiding simulation efforts, and acting as an emerging LO signature advisor within a high‑tempo environment. Your responsibilities will include: Execute and analyze vehicle signature predictions using Unix‑based tools and develop scripts for batch processing. Plan and conduct laboratory measurements of material properties, including post‑processing and clear reporting of results. Design, model, fabricate, and test advanced electromagnetic metamaterials for signature reduction. Develop, test, and maintain signature prediction algorithms utilizing Python, C++, C#, Java, and Fortran. Lead R&D initiatives to...

Description: You will be the Low Observable Engineer Staff for the Signature Management & Survivability Team which is responsible for advancing low‑observable technology, modeling, simulation, and customer engagement. What You Will Be Doing As the Low Observable Engineer Staff you will be responsible for delivering cutting‑edge signature reduction solutions and guiding program milestones. Your responsibilities will include: Perform, analyze, and communicate vehicle signature predictions using Unix‑based codes and tools. Plan and execute laboratory measurements of material coupons to determine physical, electrical, and environmental properties. Research, design, fabricate, and test advanced electromagnetic metamaterials. Develop and maintain signature prediction tools in Python, C++, C#, Java, and Fortran. Lead R&D plans and collaborate with multidisciplinary design teams to solve aircraft survivability challenges. What’s In It For You...

Description: As an ADP Production Operations Associate Manager you will be responsible for: Supervises the interior completion of aircraft to include sub-assemblies, avionics, mechanics, and aircraft production sites. • Ensures customer, engineering, and FAA specifications and regulations are met. • Ensures tasks are completed on schedule and within budget, following established procedures, schedules and work plans • Sets priorities and job assignments. Coordinates with Manufacturing Test Engineers and Responsible Engineers to accomplish system check out procedures What’s In It For You Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy: • Medical • Dental • 401k • Paid time off • Work/life balance • Career development • Mentorship opportunities • Rewards & recognition Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits...