Lockheed Martin · 11 hours ago
Systems Engineer Staff (Level 4)
Littleton, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
3+ years expLockheed Martin is a pioneer in the space industry, seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support national security mission partners in Space Protection Programs. The role involves overseeing system design, development, and integration throughout the program lifecycle, ensuring successful execution of critical national security activities.
National DefenseCyber SecurityAerospaceManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support all phases of the program lifecycle (architecture, development, modeling & simulation, payload to SV bus integration & testing, production, and post production)
Systems Integration, test and other verification activities
Seek and maintain knowledge of current and developing technologies, design, and analysis methodologies
The successful candidate must also have ability to organize, motivate groups of engineering personnel, and demonstrate in-depth technical skills in Space Vehicle (SV) Bus/Payload development
Qualification
Required
Experience with the Systems Engineering process, including architecture, requirements development, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), test planning, and verification throughout the full program lifecycle
Proficiency in developing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using Cameo SysML modeling tool, including development of use cases, activity diagrams, sequence diagrams, interfaces and requirements modeling
Familiarity with program and design review processes, with ability to develop and present associated artifacts
Active or current DoD/DoW Top Secret (TS) or DoE Q security clearance required; U.S. citizenship required
Successful candidate will bring 3+ years of relevant systems engineering experience
Ability to work onsite full-time at our Littleton, CO campus
Preferred
Active Top Secret security clearance, with SCI / Poly preferred
Strong understanding of Systems Engineering practices and processes, as applied to SV / Bus and Payload development
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities and deadlines
Proficient with MBSE Cameo modeler, and Ansys STK, or other SV modeling & sim tools
Demonstrated systems thinking skills, with the ability to solve complex problems and implement constructive change, while adhering to structured Configuration Management
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities
Ability to coordinate & collaborate effectively with distributed internal & external teams
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and accountability
Hands-on experience in Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) engineering, including support for test, deployment, and installation activities
Proficient with Lockheed Martin Systems Engineering Life Cycle Development processes
Awareness of LM Space Protection Program (SPP) missions and concepts
Experience with Mission Class C/D tailored space program rapid development
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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