Systems Engineer Senior

Job ID: 679516BR Date posted: Nov. 04, 2024 Program: SBIRS
Description:Curious where the nation is going with Overhead Persistent Infrared?

Join Lockheed Martin's team that crafts and delivers the current and future generation of space systems that creatively combines satellite technology, sophisticated sensors, and data processing to provide crucial global infrared data 24/7. This mission advises Presidential decisions and defends the US and its allies in a rapidly evolving environment. Help us advance our OPIR designs and deliver survivable satellites with nuclear-hardened electronics, sophisticated communications, resiliency and cyber security. OPIR is a mission area where you can make big things happen and solve some of the country’s hardest problems. Come join a team that has a vision for the future of space and knows what it takes to get there.

Lockheed Martin is looking for an energetic and high performing Senior Systems Engineer to join the team in Boulder, CO. This position is in support of the Space Based Infrared Systems (SBIRS) program

In this role you will:
• Be able to frame risks and understand impact (cost/schedule/technical) across the broader program.

• Be able to translate/bridge technical discussion to BusOps and BusOps language to technical POCs.

• Know and understand current status of proposals, general understanding of funding posture across program (LOE scope vs. discrete, ongoing challenges among each OBS, etc.).

• Have general knowledge of system architecture and ongoing/future changes to system affecting system design at a high level; also understanding program processes.

• Skills – organized, track tasks to closure, patience with coaching risk owners/CAMs on risk management & mitigation development.

• Take ownership of risk management across program; proactively reach out to various people/orgs, and self-initiate since the ROMB is very much a “pull” of info from the program rather than a “push”.

Successful candidates would have:
• 4+ years of systems engineering experience focusing on testing.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering or STEM discipline.

• Ability to work within a dynamic and fast paced team.

• Ability to travel on occasion to Colorado Springs and Denver LM worksites. Worksite would located in Boulder, CO.

• Must be able to work on-site 75% or more, with the occasional ability to telework.

To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin cultivates an inclusive work environment that inspires differences and big-picture thinking.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field; or equivalent work experience

• Working knowledge or experience with testing and problem solving for integrated systems

• Experience developing and executing test plans

• Active Top Secret security clearance, thus US Citizenship is required
Desired Skills:
• Experience with OPIR and/or SBIRS mission processing and vehicle pre-launch testing

• Ability to absorb extensive technical detail and logically formulate solutions for execution on an inflexible schedule, often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, incomplete data

• Ability to interact with hardware and software developers to ensure mission requirements are satisfied

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with strong presentation skills and capable of briefing audiences of varying technical knowledge

• Ability to operate in a dynamic environment and take on numerous roles as part of the daily program operations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members

• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker with the ability to select and apply appropriate systems thinking skills to solve problems and implement constructive change

• TS/SCI clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or Washington DC is $82,200 - $157,500. 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.
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First