Systems Engineering Manager

Systems Engineering Manager | Lockheed Martin

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Job Description

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineering Manager to join the Responsive Flight Solutions (RFS) Demos team within IGNITE, initially supporting the Lynx program. The RFS Demos team has a portfolio of on-orbit technology/mission demonstration programs. The RFS Demos group is structured to have an execution-focused SEIT core team for each program that is responsible for the entire program life cycle, from conception through post-launch support. The successful candidate will be responsible for the system engineering effort on a multi-year development program, working in close collaboration with the Program Manager, Program Chief Engineer, Space Vehicle and Payload IPT Leads, and program leadership. The System Engineering Manager will be responsible for:

• Technical direction, team leadership, planning, interfacing with LM senior management, subcontractors, partners and suppliers.
• Integration and coordination with all functional organizations involved in system design, integration, assembly, test and delivery.
• Helping to drive the Systems Engineering discipline for the larger RFS Demos portfolio as well as provide team management.
• Applying your technical expertise and engineering judgment to drive decision-making, act as a self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance.
• Effectively managing multiple tasks, taking on complex problems and breaking them down into actionable components, and leading the team in executing these plans.

You will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge program with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility. If you are a motivated and talented systems lead who is looking for a challenge and is comfortable working in a flexible and adaptive environment, we encourage you to apply. You can learn more Colorado locations by visiting this link. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge in spacecraft architecture, design and integration

• Experience integrating subsystems and/or components to meet system and/or subsystem requirements

• Experience in a formal leadership role

• Ability to absorb technical detail and logically formulate solutions for execution on constrained schedule

• Strong communication skills and experience with building working relationships across internal and external teams

• Experience defining and implementing systems engineering processes appropriate to mission class and risk posture

• Experience in Class C/D, IRAD, or "go-fast" development environment

• Experience identifying and managing risks, including targeted risk reduction

• Demonstrated Systems Thinking, including the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, establish and maintain a big picture mindset, and assess design decision impacts