As the Lead Systems Architect you will be responsible for shaping advanced system architectures that drive mission success.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Utilize model-based tools to develop systems and system element architecture, design, and interface definition.
- Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts in architecture definition.
- Design, develop and oversee system architectures, including complex systems and systems design activities.
- Serve as focal point for the development and communication of the system architecture to both internal and external teams.
- Ensure conversion of mission requirements into total systems solutions that account for design and technology maturity constraints of the system
- Maintain knowledge of current and developing technologies and design and analysis methodologies.
- Develop models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.
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 company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Further Information About This Opportunity
You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently possess and be able to maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
This position can be based in Marietta, GA or Palmdale, CA.
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- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
- Experience working with Power Systems Design and Architecture
- Advanced knowlege of MBSE tools
- Experience using MBSE tools, such as Cameo, JAMA, 3DX
- Experience leading and supporting System Architecture & Requirements efforts for the program.
- Advanced knowledge in Requirements Decomposition and MBSE
- Experience with the C-130
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00
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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
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
- Experience working with power systems design and architecture
- Advanced knowledge of MBSE tools
- Experience using MBSE tools such as Cameo, JAMA, or 3DX
- Experience leading and supporting system architecture and requirements efforts
- U.S. citizenship
- Currently possess and be able to maintain a U.S. DoD Secret clearance
- Successfully pass a drug and background check
- Advanced knowledge in requirements decomposition and MBSE
- Experience with the C-130
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