Electro-Optical Engineer Asc - E1
Lockheed Martin
Goleta, CA · Posted November 4, 2026
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Standard Job Description
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas.
We are seeking to hire a motivated and driven engineer to develop infrared camera sensors.
You will be responsible for:
Helping to shape and develop future products, as well as existing products.
You will learn skills in performing EO/IR analysis, modeling, and systems engineering.
You will support project management activities such as owning the technical baseline, planning, monitoring program activities, and working to budget and schedule.
You will engage with customers, other discipline engineers, and technicians in mechanical, electrical, and optical tasks.
You will perform system debugging, troubleshooting, and provides technical direction to production operations.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a small site with a big impact for a large corporation. Our multi-disciplined engineering team provides exposure and growth potential in a number of areas, as well as the ability to interact directly with industry experts, directors, and customers. Located near UCSB and the beach, with great weather, an outdoor lifestyle, and a diverse culture. You will also have the option to work a flexible schedule and enjoy all that the Santa Barbara area has to offer.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, mathematics, or science field or equivalent experience
Completion of successful engineering/science/software projects
Excellent presentation and written communications skills
Software, data visualization or data analysis skills
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance
Must be a US Citizen.
Desired Skills
Strong customer coordination experience
Infrared camera and FPA experience
Radiometric testing and analysis of IR systems or sensors
Experience with Systems Engineering and MBSE
CAMEO and DOORS expertise
Tendency to lead
Closed cycle cryogenic systems
Vacuum packaging
Experience with AI coding agents
MATLAB programming expertise
Reading mechanical drawings
Understand electrical schematics
Understanding of reliability engineering and 6 sigma principles.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $75400.00 - $140000.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.