14 research scientist jobs found

Description: The Advanced Programs and Exploitation (APEX) team with Lockheed Martin in Boulder is looking for a research scientist to support ongoing programs and internal research and development efforts. The APEX team supports multiple programs related to mission processing applications of remote sensing payloads and multi-int fusion. This position will be expected to: • work in coordination with our research scientists, FPGA engineers, and software engineers for all activities required to develop, test, and deliver prototype and fully capable systems. • work with software engineers to develop C++ and Python code. • perform data analysis to evaluate various mission processing solutions to determine the best one for various missions. • provide algorithm expertise (for detection, tracking and multi-int fusion purposes). • optimize performance of a signal processing chain. • possibly work on AI/ML algorithm applications. Basic Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM...

Description: The Advanced Programs and Exploitation (APEX) team with Lockheed Martin in Boulder is looking for a research scientist to support ongoing programs and internal research and development efforts. The APEX team supports multiple programs related to mission processing applications of remote sensing payloads and multi-int fusion. This position will be expected to: • work in coordination with our research scientists, FPGA engineers, and software engineers for all activities required to develop, test, and deliver prototype and fully capable systems. • work with software engineers to develop C++ and Python code. • perform data analysis to evaluate various mission processing solutions to determine the best one for various missions. • provide algorithm expertise (for detection, tracking and multi-int fusion purposes). • optimize performance of a signal processing chain. • possibly work on AI/ML algorithm applications. Basic Qualifications: - Degree in a STEM (Science,...

Description: Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Design Engineer to work on space-based mission processing capabilities at the edge. This position will help our team evolve mission processing applications of remote sensing payloads onto flight hardware for onboard mission processing operations. In this role, the FPGA Design Engineer will be responsible for leveraging the Vivado Design Suite and hardware design languages VHDL and Verilog to deploy processing code and algorithms onto flight hardware. This position will work alongside research scientists, software engineers, and other FPGA engineers on the APEX (Advanced Programs and Exploitation) team. The selected candidate will be expected to: • develop an understanding of mission processing code written in C++ and implement for hardware processing. • develop, integrate, and test of processor subsystem features and interfaces in FPGA hardware. • generate requirements, create FPGA code, and...

Description: Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Design Engineer to work on space-based mission processing capabilities at the edge. This position will help our team evolve ground-based mission processing applications of remote sensing payloads onto flight hardware for onboard mission processing operations. In this role, the FPGA Design Engineer will be responsible for leveraging the Vivado Design Suite, the Vitis development platform (including High-Level Synthesis), and hardware design languages VHDL and Verilog to deploy processing code and algorithms onto flight hardware. This position will work alongside research scientists, software engineers, and other FPGA engineers on the APEX (Advanced Programs and Exploitation) team. The selected candidate will be expected to: • develop an understanding of mission processing code written in C++ and implement for hardware processing. • develop, integrate, and test processor subsystem features and...

Description: Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Design Engineer to work on space-based mission processing capabilities at the edge. This position will help our team evolve mission processing applications of remote sensing payloads onto flight hardware for onboard mission processing operations. In this role, the FPGA Design Engineer will be responsible for leveraging the Vivado Design Suite and hardware design languages VHDL and Verilog to deploy processing code and algorithms onto flight hardware. This position will work alongside research scientists, software engineers, and other FPGA engineers on the APEX (Advanced Programs and Exploitation) team. The selected candidate will be expected to: • develop an understanding of mission processing code written in C++ and implement for hardware processing. • develop, integrate, and test of processor subsystem features and interfaces in FPGA hardware. • generate requirements, create FPGA code, and...

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 provides Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)/SE Linux based HPC services...

Overview LMI is seeking a Data Scientist to support advanced analytical efforts focused on future space architectures, including sustained space maneuver and resilient orbital operations. In this role, you will develop and apply quantitative methods, statistical models, and data-driven techniques to analyze outputs from modeling, simulation, and trade studies. You will work closely with analysts, software developers, and systems engineers to transform large volumes of simulation and scenario data into insightful, decision-relevant results that inform force design and capability development. This position is ideal for a data scientist who thrives in analytically complex, low-data, high-uncertainty environments, and who is comfortable working with both structured and exploratory analytical problems.   This is an on-site role in Colorado Springs, CO.   LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with...

Overview LMI is seeking a Mid-Level Modeling & Simulation Engineer with deep expertise in physics and theoretical modeling to join our dynamic team focused on the space domain. In this role, you will leverage advanced physics principles to develop, simulate, and analyze complex space infrastructure systems including satellite constellations, ground stations, orbital networks, and resilient architectures. Your work will directly inform analytical recommendations for future force design decisions and optimizing space capabilities for mission effectiveness, survivability, resiliency, and strategic superiority.   This position is perfect for an analytical thinker who thrives on applying rigorous theory to real-world space challenges, using data-driven simulations to guide high-stakes decisions in defense and national security space sectors. This is an on-site role in Colorado Springs, CO.   LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to...

Description: Lockheed Martin Space Advanced Technology Center (ATC) is seeking a Quantum Opto-electronics Research Manager to lead personnel in the full life cycle of research & development of advanced quantum optical systems for the study of classical and quantum-mechanical phenomena in remote sensing and communications. Positions are available for experienced professionals with 10 or more years of experience performing and managing teams in the design, development, experimentation and reporting of research to measure fundamental classical and quantum-mechanical light-matter interactions. The successful candidate would have experimental research experience in atomic, molecular, nuclear, solid-state, thermal and other physical phenomena. The candidate would also have experience developing theories based on observed results of experiments and predicting phenomena based on theoretical considerations in areas such as acoustics, electricity and magnetism, electronics, heat,...

Description: What We're Doing Become a part of something IMPACT-ful! Ground Missile Defense (GMD) is the heart of the Missile Defense System and a key element of our nation’s defense against ballistic missile attacks. The GMD Weapon System (GWS) processes data from multiple sensors to identify and characterize the inbound ballistic missile threat, plans the best defensive solution, and launches the intercepting missiles to negate the threat. The Work The Software Engineer responsibilities include software development and support of the GMD Fire Controls (GFC) suite of products within the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Ground-based Midcourse Defense Weapon System (GWS) program. You will be responsible for developing and implementing software updates that best meet changing customer needs for new and existing features of the GFC system, collaborating with team members, and working in a cross-functional agile scrum team. The selected individual will support the GFC product...

Description: This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built. Being a valued member of the Mechanisms Engineering organization, your responsibilities may include some of the following: • Work under the direction of other engineers to research, design, analyze, and develop innovative components, assemblies, and/or systems of varying complexity while assuring sound technical rigor and timely delivery. • Develop and maintain engineering documents, specifications, and technical analyses, including 3D solid models and 2D drawings. • Be a member of integrated product teams, reciprocally interacting with other engineers, adjacent functions, suppliers, and stakeholders, to support products through the entire engineering lifecycle. • Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and test...

Overview LMI is seeking a Space Analytics Engineer to support the development and evaluation of future space architectures, with a focus on sustained space maneuver and resilient orbital operations. This role is centered on defining candidate system architectures and designing trade studies that inform early-phase force design and capability development decisions. In this role, you will operate in a highly ambiguous, concept-driven environment, translating broad mission challenges into structured analytical approaches. Your work will directly shape how emerging space capabilities are evaluated and prioritized for future investment.   This position is ideal for an analytical thinker who excels at framing complex problems, identifying key variables, and designing decision-relevant analysis—not just executing models. This is an on-site role in Colorado Springs, CO.   LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government...

Overview LMI is seeking a Senior Satellite Communication Analytics Engineer with deep expertise in communication and network modeling to join our dynamic team focused on the space domain. In this role, you will develop, simulate, and analyze complex space infrastructure systems including satellite constellations, ground stations, orbital networks, and resilient architectures. Your work will directly inform analytical recommendations for future force design decisions and optimizing space capabilities for mission effectiveness, survivability, resiliency, and strategic superiority. This position is perfect for an analytical thinker who thrives on applying rigorous theory to real-world space challenges, using data-driven simulations to guide high-stakes decisions in defense and national security space sectors. This is an on-site role in Colorado Springs, CO.   LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with...

Overview LMI is seeking an Analytics Engineer with deep expertise in communication and network modeling to join our dynamic team focused on the space domain. In this role, you will develop, simulate, and analyze complex space infrastructure systems including satellite constellations, ground stations, orbital networks, and resilient architectures. Your work will directly inform analytical recommendations for future force design decisions and optimizing space capabilities for mission effectiveness, survivability, resiliency, and strategic superiority. This position is perfect for an analytical thinker who thrives on applying rigorous theory to real-world space challenges, using data-driven simulations to guide high-stakes decisions in defense and national security space sectors. This is an on-site role in Colorado Springs, CO.   LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in...