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Lockheed Martin · 17 hours ago

Systems Architect Principal - Autonomy Architecture - Level 6

positionFort Worth, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, and they are seeking a Systems Architect Principal to shape next-generation autonomous capabilities for the Air Force. This role involves driving the vision and execution of autonomy architecture across Lockheed Martin’s Aeronautics portfolio and leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers.
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Growth OpportunitiesbadNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Collaborate with industry partners to define and advance the autonomous‑system vision
Design an autonomy architecture that emphasizes interoperability, scalability, and future‑capability growth
Lead a multidisciplinary team of software and systems engineers
Apply Digital Engineering principles (Cameo) to streamline development
Coordinate with Lockheed Martin Business Areas and Lines of Business to capture lessons learned and shape strategic direction

Qualification

Autonomy programsCameoMission PlanningMission SystemsVehicle SystemsData LinksMission DebriefSTEM degreeInfluencing othersTechnical designEngineering standardsCollaboration

Required

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access
The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance
An experienced systems architect with a proven record of delivering complex, high-impact solutions
Thrive in collaborative environments
Excel at translating strategic intent into concrete technical designs
Inspire teams to innovate while maintaining rigorous engineering standards

Preferred

Experience with Autonomy programs within the DoD
Extensive experience with Cameo or other MBSE tools
Demonstrated ability to influence others
Experience with Mission Planning
Experience with Mission Systems
Experience with Vehicle Systems
Experience with Data Links
Experience with Mission Debrief
Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline (Software Engineering, Computer Science, Aeronautical Engineering, or Systems Engineering preferred)
Active Secret Clearance

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package

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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