Performs complex software design activities integrating multiple technologies. Provides architectural guidelines for all software design activities to current and future technological environments. Maintains state-of-the-art knowledge of technologies, planning, design, and analysis methodologies. Responsible for the design and architectural guidelines for current and future software technological activities.
This role bridges the gap between high-level system requirements and detailed software development, ensuring traceability and consistency across the lifecycle. The Software Systems Engineer will
- Decompose software requirements from systems and component requirements
- Use Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to define, design, and maintain complex system architectures using Cameo Systems Modeler (MagicDraw).
Experience in systems engineering, software engineering, or related field.
•Proven expertise in Cameo Systems Modeler / Cameo Enterprise Architecture or equivalent.
• Knowledge of SysML (System Modeling Language) and/or UML (Unified Modeling Language)
• Ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship Required)
• INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP).
• Demonstrated ability to author clear, concise, and traceable software requirements—including functional, non‑functional, and interface specifications—that align with stakeholder needs and project goals. Experience with DOORS a plus.
• Experience in Agile development, Configuration Management, DO-178C.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex electronics.
• Clearance: Active secret security clearance
• Experience DOD Software CDRL Development
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, synergetic team environment.
• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker with the ability to select and apply appropriate systems thinking skills to solve problems and implement constructive change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00
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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
- Experience in systems engineering, software engineering, or a related field
- Proven expertise in Cameo Systems Modeler, Cameo Enterprise Architecture, or equivalent
- Knowledge of SysML and/or UML
- Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP)
- Experience authoring clear, concise, traceable functional, non-functional, and interface software requirements
- Experience with DOORS
- Experience in Agile development
- Experience with configuration management
- Experience with DO-178C
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or complex electronics
- Active Secret security clearance
- Experience with Department of Defense software CDRL development
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build consensus and collaborate effectively with engineering teams
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