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Lockheed Martin is designing, developing, and delivering a next-gen wideband MILSATCOM system comprised of integrated space and ground segments that will provide enhanced communications capacity, flexibility and resiliency. This position will be a key member of the Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) team in support of the final design, development, production, integration, test, and delivery of this critical capability focused on Mechanical Systems Integration.
In this role you will:
- Serve as an integration lead for different Mechanical subsystems
- Lead the definition of mechanical system interfaces
- Support the requirement decomposition and allocation process with the Requirements team
- Drive anomaly investigations to closure
- Lead the definition, analysis, and recommendation of Trade Study options related to the mechanical systems
- Perform data and document reviews and provide feedback for technical and program documentation
- Support systems/hardware integration, test planning and execution and find opportunities for build flow and test efficiencies
This position is contingent on program award, expected in 3Q 2026.
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
The information below includes the standard job description for this position
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.
- Missile or space segment architecture, design, assembly, integration, and test experience from component through system level with one or more subsystems or disciplines outside of Systems Engineering
- Spacecraft integration expertise in multiple spacecraft subsystems
- Experience in technical leadership role and driving issues/challenges to closure
- Familiarity with Systems Engineering and mission assurance fundamentals necessary for delivering the highest reliability space systems
- Skilled in Creo CAD modeling and CAD control with experience reading/interpreting mechanical detail design drawings
- Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning expertise
- Experience with mechanical analysis and analytic tools (Creo, CreoView, MathCAD, etc.)
- Ability to obtain a DOD SECRET Security Clearance. Thus US Citizenship is required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a technical discipline, or a closely related field
- Prior experience as spacecraft or mechanical subsystem/component CPE
- 12+ years' engineering experience- Systems Engineering experience in one or more Systems Integration functions including:
a.) System trade studies methodology and/or System modeling
b.) Requirements and Interface Control Document (ICD) development
c.) System Integration, Test and/or Verification
d.) Test planning and execution with an understanding of all the interdependencies
e.) Design reviews - Ability to evaluate data from spacecraft subsystem providers (e.g. bus, payload) and demonstrate compatibility, assess requirements compliance, identify and resolve risks, and implement opportunities for improved solutions vs. system requirements
- Ability to absorb technical detail and logically formulate solutions for execution on constrained timelines
- Experience ensuring the physical compatibility of hardware products throughout the full lifecycle of the program
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering concepts in DOORS and Cameo
- Demonstrated ability to work in self-directed manner, work independently, and leverage best practices
- Recognized as an authority in systems thinking techniques with the demonstrated ability to apply them to a wide range of complex problems and train others in their application
- Demonstrated behaviors of a systems problem solver; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve very sophisticated problems and implement constructive change
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex design information, technical decisions and issues to an audience with varied technical backgrounds
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build solid relationships with team members
- Active secret clearance
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00
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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.
Skills Required
- Missile or space segment architecture, design, assembly, integration, and test experience from component through system level
- Spacecraft integration expertise across multiple spacecraft subsystems
- Technical leadership experience and ability to drive issues and challenges to closure
- Familiarity with systems engineering and mission assurance fundamentals
- Proficiency in Creo CAD modeling and CAD control
- Experience reading and interpreting mechanical detail design drawings
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing expertise
- Experience with mechanical analysis and analytic tools such as Creo, CreoView, and MathCAD
- Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, a technical discipline, or a closely related field
- Prior experience as a spacecraft or mechanical subsystem/component CPE
- 12 or more years of engineering experience
- Systems engineering experience in systems integration functions, including trade studies, requirements and ICD development, integration and verification, test planning and execution, and design reviews
- Experience evaluating spacecraft subsystem provider data, assessing compatibility and compliance, resolving risks, and improving solutions
- Experience ensuring physical compatibility of hardware throughout the program lifecycle
- Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering concepts in DOORS and Cameo
- Ability to work independently and apply systems engineering best practices
- Authority in systems thinking techniques with ability to apply and teach them
- Ability to solve sophisticated systems problems and implement constructive change
- Strong written, verbal, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Active Secret clearance
- Proficiency in AI prompting as applied to the position
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