The selected candidate will support the program in the capacity of the Ground Data System Manager contributing to the successful integration, test and delivery of the Ground segment. Prior experience as a Systems or Software engineer with extensive domain knowledge of ground systems, networks, and integration & test of enterprise software products is required. This role will also serve as the CAM and technical team lead for development of the ground segment. In addition, the selected candidate will manage the software development, operations and sustainment activites across a portfolio of deep space, weather, and commercial programs.
The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:
Manages software development activities. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the design, development, documentation, and testing of software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to business/mission problems or questions in computer language for solutions by means of data processing equipment. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Ensures software standards are met.
Ground Systems or Software Engineering experience with at least one of:
- Requirements, CONOPS, ICD, or Architecture
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of systems engineering process
- Prior experience with spacecraft ground systems design, development, integration, and test
- Experience with NASA spacecraft ground data systems
- Experience working in an Agile I&T environment, including tools such as Jira and Confluence
Experience with planning and CAM duties for a product development.
Experience leading a technical team from requirement development through flight operations.
Experience supporting Engineering technical performance objectives and deliverables (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR)
Experience working with different engineering disciplines to derive, decompose and verify requirements
Strong knowledge of modern technology frameworks, IP networking, APIs, and data architecture
Experienced in software development using programming and scripting languages
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with technical teams
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Demonstrated performance working with a customer to define requirements and find solutions that meet their needs
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00
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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
- Ground systems or software engineering experience with requirements, CONOPS, ICD, or architecture
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of systems engineering processes
- Experience with spacecraft ground systems design, development, integration, and test
- Experience with NASA spacecraft ground data systems
- Experience working in an Agile integration and test environment, including Jira and Confluence
- Experience planning and performing CAM duties for product development
- Experience leading a technical team from requirements development through flight operations
- Experience supporting engineering technical performance objectives and deliverables such as SRR, PDR, and CDR
- Experience deriving, decomposing, and verifying requirements across engineering disciplines
- Strong knowledge of modern technology frameworks, IP networking, APIs, and data architecture
- Experience in software development using programming and scripting languages
- Experience working in fast-paced environments with technical teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work with customers to define requirements and develop solutions
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