Description:

You will be the HWIL SW I&T Team Lead for the HWIL SW I&T Team. Our team is responsible for advancing Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HWIL) capabilities that enable realistic, real‑time testing of missile and sensor subsystems.

What You Will Be Doing

As the HWIL SW I&T Team Lead you will be responsible for leading the design, development, integration, and testing of advanced HWIL systems within the Integration, Test and Evaluation (IT&E) functional directorate.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide full‑spectrum leadership—shaping vision, building relationships, energizing the team, and delivering results.


• Oversee multi‑product‑line HWIL development, test, and integration across varying technical and contractual requirements.


• Direct technical execution of sensor modeling, real‑time closed‑loop simulation, and capability sustainment.


• Serve as the primary liaison with USG HWIL counterparts, managing roadmaps, capabilities, and future upgrades.


• Act as Control Account Manager, driving cost, schedule, and earned‑value performance for HWIL efforts.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative technical leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. This role offers the chance to shape next‑generation missile and sensor capabilities while leading a high‑performing engineering team.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM field with 5+ years of experience
- Experience as an Agile Product Owner leading the technical design, performance and execution of an HWIL capability.
- Strong technical background in real-time HWIL integration, IR/RF signal generation, and digital modeling.
- Expertise in System Engineering processes and HWIL verification methodologies.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Active Secret clearance.
Desired Skills:
- Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM).
- Experience managing multiple programs and balancing technical and business objectives.
- Experience designing, integrating and testing IR Target Generation Systems.
- Experience integrating digital models into a real-time, closed-loop simulation utilizing C++.
- Experience simulating Datalink, GPS, Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) and Control Actuation Systems (CAS).
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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.

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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Test Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First