Lockheed Martin · 14 hours ago
Ground System Engineer
Palmdale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelLockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, 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.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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
Required
Must be a US Citizen
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
System Administration knowledge and experience on Windows platforms
Knowledge of avionics systems and or flight test concepts
Complex troubleshooting/problem solving skills
Must be willing to work different shifts and weekend
Top Secret security clearance
Preferred
Windows and or Linux operating systems certification is desired
System Administration experience with network storage (SAN / NAS servers)
Familiarization with RF technology
Experience working with fiber optics
Familiarization with Cisco and or Juniper network equipment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition
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
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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