Description:

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.

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.
• Appling 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 manage multiple tasks, take on complex problems and break them down into actionable components, and lead 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.

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education

• Experience with design and development of complex hardware, software, components, subsystems, or systems

• Familiarity with Systems Engineering principles and processes, and their application to space architectures through the entire life cycle
  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
  Clearance Level:

None
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:

9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $128,400 - $226,435. 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 employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.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:

Possible
Career Area:

Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test
Type:

Full-Time
Shift:

First