Lead Electrical Engineer (LMES)

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Moorestown
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

What We're Doing As a part of the Lockheed Martin community, we take on challenges and find solutions using creativity and collaboration. If you’re looking to be a part of a passionate team solving these complex problems, then Rotary and Mission Systems is the place for you. The Work We are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support multiple programs in the Sensors, Effectors, and Mission Systems business. This position requires proficiency in electrical engineering principles, organization and communication skills for application in a team environment, and collaboration with engineers in other related disciplines. Specific tasking includes but is not limited overseeing overall design of launcher electrical systems, including the selection and use of Commercial Off the Shelf components, custom hardware design, and setting requirements for chassis/enclosure design. Responsibilities include: • Integrated Product Team lead role supporting electrical design of next generation launchers and/or sustainment of the Mk41 Vertical Launching System. • Representing the team both internally and externally as a technical contact on contracts and projects. • Conduct or participate in the design, development, and testing of electronic and electrical components, sub-systems and systems. • Develop, direct, and coordinate technical documentation such as initial design specifications, schematics, assembly drawings and parts list as well as preparing test procedures and reports to ensure customer and company requirements are met. • Management of project schedules and budgets, including earned value. Please note: This position is located in Moorestown, NJ. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level. Learn more about life in Moorestown, NJ here! Who We Are Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Moorestown, NJ is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Learn more about our Launching Systems Why Join Us Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here! rmshotmiljobs Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field • Ability to obtain & maintain a security clearance at the SECRET level (U.S. Citizenship required) • Minimum 9 years of professional (post-graduation) engineering experience • Experience serving in technical lead capacities (Integrated Product Team Lead or Design lead) • Demonstrated understanding of technical programmatic principles (Integrated Master Schedule, Earned Value Management, Risks, etc.) • Proficient in use of design tools such as Zuken or Mentor Xpedition • Demonstrated experience leading projects, programs, and/or teams throughout product design lifecycle • Working proficiency in Microsoft Office products Desired skills • Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field • Familiarity with FPGA selection/programming • Experience creating or assisting with proposals or Basis of Estimates • Working knowledge of EPDM 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. * Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. National Pay Statement The base range for this position in New Jersey is $91,000 - $172,488. 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. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.

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