Research Scientist, Electro-Optical Engineering

Key Skills

Algorithms, C++, Design, Effective communication skills, Embedded Systems, Linux Operating system, Mathematics, MATLAB Programming, Object-Oriented programming (OO languages), Optical Design Software, Presentation skills, Python Programming, R Programming, Simulation software

Job Description

Description:At the dawn of a new space age, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the world’s hardest engineering problems. Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to think big, perform with excellence and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

The Advanced Technology Center (ATC) is the research lab for Lockheed Martin Space. Through our own skills and those of our partners—including universities and research labs around the world—we are able to put vision in motion. While we are a part of LM's space division, our technologies are far-reaching across domains. Napkin sketches of lasers that can shoot down UAVs—we made it real. Changing molecules so metals behave differently? We invented that. ATC’s story is written in the success of missions here on Earth and far, far into space. Our innovation extends beyond incremental change. We strive for first-of-a-kind capability with enduring impact. Whatever the application, our charter is to create game-changing technologies. At the ATC, we are inspiring change in our endless pursuit of what is next.

What is your mission?

As a Research scientist, you will support existing LM programs and internal research & development efforts, enabling project advancement and smooth transition of emerging technologies.

In this role, you will work with guidance from project leaders and technical leads to:

• Research, analyze, and develop new technologies, techniques, and systems for: intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance (ISR) remote sensing systems, directed energy weapons (DEW), atmospheric sensing, LIDAR, navigation & proximity operations, target tracking & identification, spectroscopy, and/or other applications.
• Support systems integration activities and implement products to assist in increasing sensing, mission planning, command & control, etc. functionality for existing LM products and platforms
• Perform technical writing for reports and proposals, prepare & deliver presentations, interact with team members & customers, and support technical development projects.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, internal & external customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

We are looking for someone with a strong problem solving mindset: ability to develop creative solutions to difficult problems often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, ambiguous or incomplete data on a fast-paced schedule. You should have the ability to effectively communicate complex information, technical decisions, and issues to both highly technical and non-technical colleagues including customers, team members, and suppliers. We are also looking for the ability to build and maintain relationships, collaborate with others and manage interpersonal dynamics. You should be comfortable working in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of physics and mathematics associated with design and development of electro-optical sensing systems and their applications
• Experience with technical writing, presentations, reports, and/or proposals, etc.
• Experience with scientific computing, with one or more of the following: MATLAB, Python, C++, R, Fortran, Mathematica or other similar object-oriented programming
• Some experience with theoretical (e.g., modeling, simulation, analysis, design) and developmental (assembly, testing, data analysis, trouble-shooting, calibration) aspects of novel electro-optical systems
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Desired Skills:

You will have demonstrated proficiency or mastery of at least several of the desired skills, as well as the interest, motivation, and ability to learn and grow in some of the other desired skill areas:

• Basic understanding of radiometry; detector focal-plane arrays & readout integrated circuit design, engineering, and use; space-based EOIR sensing systems design, requirements & engineering; sensor performance modeling & simulation; systems integration & testing
• Experience working with camera sensor HW, FPGA board controls, logic, and software for rapid development of complex imaging systems and experiments
• Experience with data processing, including algorithm development, Monte Carlo simulations, analog/digital signal processing, image processing, feature extraction, 3D image rendering, data fusion, etc
• Proficient working with Linux environments and with embedded software elements (e.g. microcontrollers, Verilog, Xilinx Vivado, etc)
• Experience with Target state estimation, acquisition and tracking, and automatic target recognition (ATR) algorithms
• Familiarity with machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, and other advanced processing techniques
• Experience with camera/sensor trade studies, feasibility studies, experimental testbed setups, first-of-kind laboratory demonstration / prototype development, testing and calibration, and flight demonstrations
• Master's degree in Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Current security clearance: Secret, TS or TS/SCI

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

Clearance Level: Top Secret

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, and New York is $81,000 - $152,600. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) 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.