Systems Engineer Sr.

Systems Engineer Sr. | Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Systems Engineer to support systems engineering and design analysis for a satellite communications (SATCOM) system. As a Systems Engineer, you will:

• Perform system analysis and interface definition for your assigned subsystem
• Lead and coordinate technical product development and reviews through the design lifecycle
• Collaborate with subsystem design engineering teams to drive design evolution in a systematic and thoughtful way
• Lead trade studies for enhanced subsystem design and capabilities
• Establish and maintain functional, allocated, and product baselines
• Author, maintain, and trace functional and performance requirements in a requirements management tool

Desired skills:

• 1+ years of experience performing Systems Engineering activities in the aerospace industry, with a focus on ground segments or satellite communications systems
• 1+ years of experience with IBM Rational DOORS (or equivalent requirements database)
• Experience designing, testing or verifying communications Payloads or Payload units
• Experience or understanding of terminals and system interfaces to terminals
• Experience or understanding of operational ground system command and control
• Ability to communicate complex technical ideas to an audience with varied technical backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to work in self-directed manner, work independently, and leverage best practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,550. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible.