Ground Segment Engineering & Science Leader

Lockheed Martin; Havant; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior engineer to design and implement the ground segment of a secure satellite communications system for the Ministry of Defence. This role involves contributing to mission-critical capabilities and working on systems that ensure resilient, high-performance connectivity for UK personnel and allies.

You will lead multiple engineering teams, coordinate with customers, and shape how the ground segment performs, scales, and integrates with

Qualifications

• Significant related experience in satellite ground systems.
• Post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
• Experience and knowledge of ground segment hardware and software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the ground segment of a satellite communications system.
• Represent the ground segment to the customer.
• Coordinate subordinate staff recruitment, training and performance assessment.
• Guide by function practices and defined management precedents.

Skills

Ground segment hardware knowledge

Ground segment software knowledge

Education

Post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline

Job description

Lockheed Martin in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior engineer to design and implement the ground segment of a secure satellite communications system for the Ministry of Defence. This role involves contributing to mission-critical capabilities and working on systems that ensure resilient, high-performance connectivity for UK personnel and allies.

You will lead multiple engineering teams, coordinate with customers, and shape how the ground segment performs, scales, and integrates with