Lockheed Martin · 4 hours ago
Systems Engineer - Configuration Owner/Birdwatcher
Littleton, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelLockheed Martin is a leader in the industry, known for shaping the future of space exploration and defense. They are seeking a Systems Engineer to play a critical role in the development of advanced hypersonic systems for the U.S. Navy, focusing on configuration definition, integration activities, and issue resolution.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
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
Required
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%
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
Flexible schedules
Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
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