The Orion Systems Engineering team is seeking an System Integrator to join the Mission Support Package (MSP) team. The MSP team integrates major changes into the Orion technical baseline, starting from the proposal process through contract execution.
In this role, you will:
- Develop and manage integration plans for new hardware, software, or interface design changes and capability upgrades to the Orion system
- Lead the technical implementation of major changes into the design baseline
- Perform project management for Mission Support Packages by driving the cost, schedule and technical performance to closure
- Coordinate development of Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs) with external NASA customer and with internal teams
- Support systems/hardware/software integration, test planning and execution
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.
- Working knowledge of Systems Engineering methods and processes
- Bachelors or higher degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education with commensurate years of professional experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following Systems Engineering sub-disciplines:
- Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Requirements development
- Requirement Verification
- Interface management
- Risk and opportunity management
- Prior experience on Orion or other Human Space Flight programs
- Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated success working in a team environment
- Ability to build consensus among peers and build effective relationships with team members
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with component, subsystem, and system levels
- Experience interfacing and working collaboratively with NASA
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex design information, technical decisions and issues to an audience with varied technical backgrounds
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Pay Information
GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $161300.00 - $299500.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $145100.00 - $269500.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $129000.00 - $239600.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
- Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $116100.00 - $215700.00
- Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.
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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
- Working knowledge of systems engineering methods and processes
- Bachelor's or higher degree in a related discipline, or equivalent experience and combined education
- Expertise in at least one systems engineering discipline: MBSE, requirements development, requirements verification, interface management, or risk and opportunity management
- Prior experience on Orion or other human spaceflight programs
- Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to build consensus and effective team relationships
- Ability to work across component, subsystem, and system levels in a fast-paced environment
- Experience collaborating with NASA
- Ability to communicate complex technical information to varied audiences
- Proficiency in AI prompting as applied to the position
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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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