Senior Ground Systems Engineer

Job ID: 678550BR Date posted: Nov. 05, 2024 Program: NGG
Description:As a Ground Systems Engineer for the Next Generation GEO Operations and Sustainment Team you will:

- Provide real time, operational support to various teams for the operation and maintenance of Ground and Space system software and equipment
- Ensure system Ground and Space functionality during operations and testing environments
- Provide system maintenance support for a large system of computers (Linux environment), associated switching, network, communication circuits, and equipment
- Identify system problems, perform troubleshooting, correcting, and documenting both software and hardware failures
- Support daily system configuration management during operations and system upgrades/modifications
- Ensure inter-system capabilities with multiple Remote Ground Stations including Satellite Control Network
- Provide limited database system administration
- Provide operations subject matter expertise to technical working groups
- Participate in Ground and Space anomaly resolution working groups
- Analyze and validate system performance
- Thoroughly document system deficiencies
- Provide technical recommendations and guidance to Ground and Satellite operators during system failures and recovery
- Monitor and recover, if necessary, software and database synchronization between primary and backup operations centers
- Collaborate closely with internal/external technical engineering operations teams
- Troubleshoot system anomalies when external customers endure data outages
Basic Qualifications:
- The ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
- Knowledge/experience in Linux
- Must be able to support 24x7 operations environment
- Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
- System troubleshooting skills
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment
Desired Skills:
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
- Experience with Linux shell scripting
- Background in technology, engineering, software, hardware, system, or network administration
- Satellite systems experience
- Experience with large complex systems
- System documentation and program lifecycle experience
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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: Rotating 40 hour week as assigned by leader
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.
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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.

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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Multiple shifts available