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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Systems Engineer - Configuration Owner/Birdwatcher

Lockheed Martin is a leader in space exploration and defense, known for its pioneering spirit and innovative thinking. The Systems Engineer will play a critical role in the development of advanced hypersonic systems, driving configuration definition and overseeing integration activities.

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Responsibilities

Drive All Up Round + Canister configuration definition including deriving requirements from known use cases and developing vehicle architecture
Support physical and functional architecture discussions
Support Systems Requirements Review (SRR) and Comprehensive Design Review (CDR) efforts
Drive completion of engineering into Manufacturing Readiness Review (MaRR)
Oversee integration activities for vehicle builds through the production environment for Weapon System Integration (WSI) and follow-on Tech Insertion (TI) contracts
Provide on-site production and design issue resolution by communicating and coordinating between the required Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) including Responsible Systems Engineers (RSEs), Certified Product Engineers (CPEs), Chief Engineers (CEs), Manufacturing Engineers (MEs), Quality Engineers (QEs), and assembly level drawing owners
Drive issue resolution by composing remediation instructions and entering within quality engineering tools (Q-notes)
Coordinate and communicate resolution instructions across multifunctional teams including quality engineers, manufacturing engineers, and production leadership
Some travel required~30%

Qualification

Systems engineering experienceEngineering documentation interpretationMissile system designManufacturing Work InstructionsAutomation FrameworkDefect resolution processesSystems engineering design reviewsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Broad systems engineering experience (e.g. system architecture and design, systems documentation, system requirements, CONOPs, systems verification)
Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation (such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), electrical schematics, CAD models, and assembly level engineering drawings)
Previous experience as Electrical Integrator, Mechanical Integrator, or Test Engineer
Active or Current Secret security clearance; US Citizenship Required

Preferred

Strong multidisciplinary analytical and complex problem-solving skills with demonstrated critical thinking skills in a high pace environment
Familiarity with missile system design and architecture
Previous experience writing, reviewing, or using Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWIs)
Experience using Automation Framework (reading, writing, executing test procedures)
Previous experience with defect resolution including Material Review Board (MRB) certification or knowledge in Quality Assurance processes
Familiarity with Lockheed Martin production environment
Ability to articulate complex technical and programmatic issues to peers, management, and customers
Demonstrated leadership skills and systems thinking
Willingness to travel and support extended work shifts to per production demand
Experience with systems engineering design reviews: SRR, PDR, & CDR

Benefits

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
Holidays

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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