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The System Engineering Manager will be a front line leader of senior systems engineering personnel and develop, grow, and mentor systems engineering staff and skills in SEIT development. The manager will provide comprehensive management and oversight of the Systems Engineering Devleopment orginization and a team of SEIT leads and support staff. This leader will lead SEIT team in developing systems engineeirng plans, architecture, and schedules for development programs, managing the SEIT Integrated Master Schedule, and coordinating SEIT cost and schedule management through managing team leads.
Other Responsibilities Include:
- Serve as the primary SEIT manager engagement with other managers for coordinating support, budget, and schedule inputs and management
- Provide SEIT techncial support to BOEs and proposal for advanced missile program (AMP) team
- Own the implementation of the systems‑engineering technical review process, directs change‑lead activities, and oversees SEIT program integration of development projects into D5LE Program to ensure seamless technical execution across the organization
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. 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.
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM)
- CAM leadership experience
- Knowledge and application of Systems Engineering processes
- Experience with proposal preparation and negotiation
- Knowledge of program management, finance, contracts, Earned Value Management (EVM) and demonstrated business insight
- Must have an active Top Secret Security clearance
- Experience with Systems Engineering Development
- Proven self-starter with demonstrated capability to proactively work through difficult technical, project and resource challenges
- Missile/Space Weapons Systems Experience
- Missile or space segment design and test experience with one or more subsystems or fields outside of Systems Engineering
- Experience with cost estimation generation, development of cost justifications, Basis of Estimate (BOE) generation
- Strong full spectrum leadership with demonstrated experience, ability in leading teams, strong oral and written communication skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00
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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 or higher degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics
- CAM leadership experience
- Knowledge and application of systems engineering processes
- Experience with proposal preparation and negotiation
- Knowledge of program management, finance, contracts, and Earned Value Management, with demonstrated business insight
- Active Top Secret security clearance
- Experience with systems engineering development
- Proven self-starter able to proactively address difficult technical, project, and resource challenges
- Missile or space weapons systems experience
- Missile or space segment design and test experience outside systems engineering
- Experience generating cost estimates, cost justifications, and Basis of Estimate documents
- Full-spectrum leadership experience and strong oral and written communication skills
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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.
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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.
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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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