This position is for an experienced member of a Skunk Works Systems Engineering team, where you will execute technical work across a portfolio of Skunk Works programs spanning concept development, design, integration, verification, and sustainment.
As a Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3, you will be responsible for contributing to technical solutions in mission systems applications across multiple programs within a Skunk Works portfolio spanning the product lifecycle. You will work both independently and as part of an integrated, cross-functional team, successfully meeting assigned deadlines given minimal direction while effectively communicating with technical leads and senior program leadership to proactively elevate issues when necessary. You are a specialist in systems engineering, prepared to think creatively to solve complex problems across broad disciplines, adapting to evolving priorities, and frequently interfacing with external stakeholders. This position is full-time onsite in Palmdale, California with occasional travel to government customer, supplier, and other partner sites.
Executing technical projects through requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification
Shaping and/or developing analysis tools to support evaluation of system performance requirements
Supporting development of supplier technical specifications, managing technical execution, and ensuring integration success of supported products
Providing system and subsystem integration and test support to complete verification of requirements
Developing systems architectures, defining trade studies, and informing system level requirements
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
A collaborative systems‑engineering specialist who thrives in fast‑paced, innovative environments, excels at independent and cross‑functional teamwork, and delivers high‑impact solutions across concept through sustainment. You bring deep technical expertise, creative problem‑solving, and strong communication skills to influence senior leadership and external partners.
This position is in Palmdale, CA.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
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. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.
Bachelor's degree or above from an accredited university in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or other related engineering degrees.
Experience with requirements development, decomposition, tracking, and verification using DOORS or other similar requirements management tools.
Experience with data analysis, engineering tool development, and processing of large data sets
Secret security clearance required prior to start
Ability to work with across engineering disciplines and with suppliers to derive, decompose, and verify requirements
Experience contributing technical deliverables to complex projects
Awareness of or experience with model based engineering principles and model based development environments.
Familiarity with Agile SAFe methodology, managing workload in tools like Jira, Confluence, Github, Bitbucket
Experience with Mission Systems applications
Experience developing software and/or data analysis tools in Matlab, Python, C#, C++, or other programming languages
Familiarity with data analytics and statistics in data processing
Strong written and verbal communication skills with exposure to customer interactions
Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00
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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.
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