Navigation Engineer

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

You will be the Navigation Engineer – Level 2 for the AMMM Communications, Navigation, and Sensors Team which is responsible for delivering cutting?edge RF solutions that power our aircraft’s communications, navigation, and sensor capabilities. What You Will Be Doing As the Navigation Engineer you will be responsible for driving the design, analysis, and integration of navigation systems—including embedded GPS/INS and flight?management systems—to enable high?performance mission outcomes. You will partner with cross?functional teams to turn requirements into reliable, field?ready solutions. Your responsibilities will include: Perform engineering impact analyses of navigation systems and their dependents. Support the design, test, and integration of flight?management systems, embedded GPS/INS, and related hardware. Collaborate with system and software teams to translate requirements into RF?specific solutions. Generate technical documentation and reports for design reviews and certification. Participate in troubleshooting and sustainment activities for fielded aircraft. What’s In It For You 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. Do you want to be part of a culture that empowers employees to think boldly, act decisively, and deliver impact? We provide the resources and flexibility you need to focus on the work that matters most. Who You Are You are a collaborative engineer with strong analytical skills and a passion for navigation technologies. You excel at translating complex requirements into practical designs and thrive in a team environment that values precision and mission success. Further Information About This Opportunity 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 an active Secret clearance. This position is in Marietta, GA ? Discover Marietta. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in RF Engineering, a related STEM discipline or equivalent experience/combined education • Basic knowledgeable of Communication systems to include radios, antennas, and/or other related communication subsystems. Desired skills • Experience with design, development, and integration of Communication systems • Proficient in system engineering processes • Experience with navigation avionics (GPS, INS, EGI, FMS, ANAV, etc.) • Knowledge of Military and/or Government programs 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. 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 Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. 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. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $82,900 - $146,165. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. 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. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $95,300 - $165,255. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. 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.

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