You will be the Component Engineer for the Hardware Engineering team at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC). Our team is responsible for the full lifecycle of components that power precision engagement aerospace and defense systems, from supplier qualification through delivery to the customer, ensuring reliability, traceability and compliance with strict defense standards.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Component Engineer you will manage component level risk, coordinate with suppliers and cross functional partners, and drive documentation, qualification and failure analysis activities that keep our programs on schedule and secure. You will act as the technical bridge between design, manufacturing, quality and external customers. Your responsibilities will include

• Plan, direct and review all component related project documentation to meet customer contracts and internal LM standards.
• Create and maintain Source Control Drawings (SCDs) in accordance with Lockheed Martin processes.
• Review datasheets, evaluate part performance and flag potential obsolescence or counterfeit risks.
• Manage subcontractor supplied parts, including generation, review and approval of Non Standard Part Approval Requests (NSPARs).
• Produce engineering documents and drawings for new component releases and qualifications, and process engineering change requests.
• Lead or support failure analysis, non compliance investigations and mitigation of prohibited items (e.g., pure tin solder).
• Conduct trade studies and testing for new designs or obsolescence replacement parts.
• Coordinate with suppliers on new releases, road maps and end of life schedules, tracking component road maps.
• Support Manufacturing and Quality engineers with technical issues, verification of handling procedures and part traceability.
• Partner with Design Engineers to select approved, reliable components that meet performance and schedule goals.
• Provide technical guidance to program managers on component qualification, performance risks and specification interpretation.
• Travel periodically to customer and supplier sites to validate processes and resolve issues on site.

Why Join Us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security,

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related STEM field from an accredited university; Master’s degree preferred

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Component Engineering or component-related experience such as circuit card manufacturing, SMT process, thermal profiling of critical components, troubleshooting, cable assembly, and understanding of component commodity and package types including moisture-sensitive parts

• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical component parameters and packaging

• Proficient with component engineering obsolescence tools (Silicon Expert, IHS BOM Intelligence)

• Proficient with product lifecycle tools such as Windchill PLM

• Knowledge of high-reliability military component standards and specifications (e.g., MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-38534, MIL-PRF-55342, MIL-PRF-55681)

• Experience with software tools like Siemens Xpedition EDM Library Cockpit and PTC Windchill

• Proficient with MS Office applications, especially Excel

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to travel to customer and supplier locations

• Must be a US Citizen; must possess or be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Experience in electrical component manufacturing process and physical property analysis

• Experience in Component Engineering with knowledge of electronic components and devices

• Electrical or Electronic Engineering experience (such as components or digital/analog design)

• Material Science Engineer degree with electrical component experience, or an Electrical Engineer degree with component engineering experience

• Experience with missile platforms

• Knowledge of Parts Management Plan

• MS-level technical degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering would be a plus

• Experience with CSAM (C-Mode Scanning Acoustic Microscopy) evaluation

• Experience troubleshooting electrical test failures

• Experience in Root Cause / Corrective Action

• Experience in Plastic Encapsulated Device qualification testing

• Experience with DPA (Destructive Physical Analysis) techniques

• Knowledge of Military & Automotive Electronics Quality Standards

• Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance

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