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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Ground System Engineer

positionHenderson Nevada
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$86K/yr - $151K/yr

Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, and they are seeking a Ground System Engineer to act as a system expert. The role involves performing computer administration functions, troubleshooting complex hardware/software anomalies, and ensuring asset readiness for tests.

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Growth OpportunitiesbadNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Performs computer administrations functions to include software installations and upgrades, user account and hardware maintenance
Performs real-time troubleshooting of complex hardware/software anomalies with analysis and evaluation of asset under test
Executes readiness tests to verify system under test functionality
Performs pre and post system checkouts and ensures asset readiness for test
Ensures all paperwork and configuration management tracking is correct prior to test
Will write and issue test documentation to perform maintenance tasks and maintains configuration control

Qualification

DoD IAT Level II certificationSystem AdministrationAvionics systems knowledgeWindows operating systems certificationNetwork storage experienceComplex troubleshooting skillsRF technology familiarityFiber optics experienceCisco network equipment familiarityJuniper network equipment familiarityProblem solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or equivalent aviation experience/combined education
Must be a US Citizen
Top Secret security clearance

Preferred

Have, and be able to retain DoD IAT Level II certification (Security +)
System Administration knowledge and experience on Windows platforms
Knowledge of avionics systems and or flight test concepts
Windows and or Linux operating systems certification is desired
System Administration experience with network storage (SAN / NAS servers)
Complex troubleshooting/problem solving skills
Familiarization with RF technology
Experience working with fiber optics
Familiarization with Cisco and or Juniper network equipment
Must be willing to work different shifts and weekend

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.
dateFounded in 1912
location
Bethesda, Maryland, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.lockheedmartin.com

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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