Ground Systems Engineer, Level 2 - Clearance Required jobs in United States
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Lockheed Martin · 3 weeks ago

Ground Systems Engineer, Level 2 - Clearance Required

Lockheed Martin is a leader in space technology and innovation, seeking a Ground Systems Engineer to join their team in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves performing software maintenance, providing system administration support, and ensuring the proper operation of satellite ground systems through troubleshooting and documentation.

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Responsibilities

Utilizes strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, as required
Performs software maintenance support Linux, AIX, and PC compatible computers, associating switching, network, and communications circuits and equipment
Provides limited PostgreSQL and SYBASE system administration support for multiple system databases
Provides limited UNIX system and account management administration support
Participates in software version testing and evaluation and provides feedback to the engineering and development test community
Documents all software problems and follows up with accurate resolutions. Interfaces with Space Force and contractor personnel to ensure proper operation of software and hardware of satellite ground systems
Provides maintenance and support for on-going systems, including monitoring of system performance and data backups. Identifies sources of software and hardware problems and determines appropriate solutions

Qualification

Ground Systems EngineeringLinuxPostgreSQLSystem AdministrationShell ScriptingPythonSoftware DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Utilizes strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, as required
Performs software maintenance support Linux, AIX, and PC compatible computers, associating switching, network, and communications circuits and equipment
Provides limited PostgreSQL and SYBASE system administration support for multiple system databases
Provides limited UNIX system and account management administration support
Participates in software version testing and evaluation and provides feedback to the engineering and development test community
Documents all software problems and follows up with accurate resolutions. Interfaces with Space Force and contractor personnel to ensure proper operation of software and hardware of satellite ground systems
Provides maintenance and support for on-going systems, including monitoring of system performance and data backups. Identifies sources of software and hardware problems and determines appropriate solutions

Preferred

Strong organizational and communication skills
Experience in conducting technical investigations and providing results to leadership team
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience as a ground system engineer
Ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment
Experience demonstrating a proficiency and knowledge in SBIRS ground systems, satellites, and/or mission processing
Proficiency in one of the related: Linux, AIX, Shell Scripting, Perl, Python, web development, system analysis, system design, software design, software development and implementation, software test, and/or cyber security
C, C++, C#, Java, XML, Windows, .NET, and UNIX, system software and scripting development, Java programming, web development, System analysis, System design, Software Design, Software Development and Implementation, Software Test or Cyber Security

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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