Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3

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Littleton, CO, USA
In-Office
96K-178K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Security • Cybersecurity • Industrial
The Role
Supports avionics embedded systems engineering for missile development, focusing on requirements, verification, systems integration, architecture modeling, RF telemetry, flight termination systems, and cabling. Performs technical planning, functional analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, interface definition, validation, risk analysis, and program review preparation while meeting schedule and cost constraints.
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Standard Job Description

This role will support the Avionics Embedded Systems Engineering team in requirements and verification Systems Engineering of package and component level engineering. The team member will follow the requirements through the CONOPS and Functional and Physical Architecture Modeling. They will focus on engineering areas such as RF and Data Acquisition Telemetry, Flight Termination Systems, and RF and General Cabling. This role supports a missile development program which entails an agile mindset to perform on time to scheduled milestones. The team member will assist in achieving formal program review readiness and execution.


The information below reflects 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.

Basic Qualifications
  • Systems Engineering experience
  • Engineering experience related to aerospace, defense contracts, or missiles programs
  • Active Secret Clearance required prior to start
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance - U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Ability to work in a closed area.
Desired Skills
  • Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Engineering or related technical discipline
  • 2+ Years Experience in Systems Engineering, specifically in the areas of requirements, verification, and/or Systems Integration
  • Effective communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements
  • Experience integrating across functional organizations.
  • Experience developing subsystem CONOPS and/or architecture modeling using CAMEO or similar
  • MS Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and/or Project
  • Experience with DOORS, DOORS Next, or other requirement management tool
  • Experience with, or on, the FBM program, working with the Navy, or Submarine exposure is highly desired
  • Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
  • Self-starter, able to complete work with general direction

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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

  • Systems engineering experience
  • Engineering experience related to aerospace, defense contracts, or missile programs
  • Active Secret security clearance before starting
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Ability to work in a closed area
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Two or more years of systems engineering experience in requirements, verification, or systems integration
  • Effective communication skills, including explaining complex concepts, leading reviews, and negotiating requirements
  • Experience integrating across functional organizations
  • Experience developing subsystem CONOPS and architecture models using CAMEO or similar tools
  • Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, or Project
  • Experience with DOORS, DOORS Next, or another requirements management tool
  • Experience with the FBM program, Navy, or submarine operations
  • Proficiency in AI prompting as applied to the position
  • Ability to work independently with general direction

Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lockheed Martin and has not been reviewed or approved by Lockheed Martin.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
  • Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.

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