Systems Engineer Senior Staff - level 5

Job Description

We are Lockheed Martin

You will be the Systems Engineer for the Test Planning and Execution (TP&E) team. Our team is responsible for the integration and test of a multitude of capabilities delivered to tactical platforms. The majority of this team's focus is on Mission Systems (MS) software, though there is frequent interfacing with Vehicle Systems software. TP&E provides integrated system level test services to a fast paced Agile software development organization and is often heavily involved in the integration of those services into the whole MS software suite.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Systems Engineer lead you will be guiding the test support for all adopting programs and ensure that program's needs are being met in terms of integration and test coverage. You will be a visionary for system testing and test automation in a modern Agile program and will regularly be challenged to create next-gen solutions to problems that have yet to be encountered.

Your responsibilities will include:• Spearheading the effort to increase the frequency of SW release from quarterly to multiple releases a day, enabled by rigorous automated testing and comprehensive test coverage.• Work closely with government counterparts to understand their needs, desires, and LM's contractual obligations and mobilize the TP&E team accordingly.• Partner with Flight Test counterparts and strive to align the two test organizations in overall test approach.• Implementation of the Digital Thread is enabled by close relationships between Flight Test, Verification, and the Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) teams. Widespread integration of various software tools that each of these teams rely on defines our Digital Thread and you will be fluent in vernacular used in each of those domains.

You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently possess and be able to maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

What's In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

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.

Our Commitment to DEI

We Hear You, We See You. At LM Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At LM Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.

At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defies gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology.

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Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors or Above Degree in Engineering/Technical Discipline

• Experience developing and executing test plans or procedures

Desired skills

• Proven experience leading technical projects, visions, or teams

• Experience working in Systems Integration and/or Systems Test organizations (leadership in these organizations a major plus)

• Working Knowledge of Aircraft Mission Systems and Familiarity with the Operational Use of a Modern Tactical Airborne Platforms and/or Sensors

• Working Knowledge of Aircraft Vehicle Systems

• Experience with Agile Development

• A working knowledge of modern software development practices considered a major plus

• Experience with DevSecOps and/or CI/CD methodologies as well as toolsets (ex: GitLab, Kubernetes, Helm, Ansible, Docker, Python, HTTP Web Development, REST API, Java, 3DX, Atlassian, etc)

• Experience using scripting languages to solve high-level test challenges (being a prior SW developer is NOT a requirement, but ability to step into new scripting languages is a must)

• Experience with Flight Test Planning and Execution (especially in a Mission Systems context)

• Experience with Test Automation (especially using Cucumber, qTest, Ansible, or GitLab)

• Experience with modelling and simulation (especially AFSIM)

• Experience with MBSE (especially Cameo/MagicDraw)

• Experience with Data Analytics (i.e. DoD program verification, distributed processing, modern "Big Data" methodologies, etc) considered a plus

• Experience with Pilot-in-the-Loop (PITL) simulation and experimentation a plus

• Experience with Crew Resource Management (CRM) in a control room or aircraft a plus

• Experience with Tactical Aircraft Pilot/Vehicle Interface (PVI - either HW or SW) a plus

• Some level of understanding of Linux with the ability/willingness for on-the-job growth in experience

• Active Top Secret Clearance w/ last completed investigation in last 5 years

EEO

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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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.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

Colorado Pay Statement

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, or Washington is $118,100 - $226,400 . 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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $135,800 - $256,000. 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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.