Avionics Navigation Systems Engineer Staff

慨正橡扯; Town of Owego (NY); On-site; USD 109,200 - 192,510; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

慨正橡扯 is seeking a Navigation Systems Engineer based in Owego, NY to lead the design, development, and verification of navigation systems. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet stringent mission and safety requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience with various navigation technologies, demonstrate a commitment to excellence, and hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related STEM field. This position offers a competitive salary range and a full-time schedule of 4×10 hours.

Qualifications

• Experience with navigation (EGI, GPS, RNP/RNAV).
• Broad systems engineering experience (system architecture and design).
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of navigation solutions.
• Interface with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions.
• Capture and verify system requirements ensuring compliance.

Skills

Experience with navigation systems

Broad systems engineering experience

Experience integrating and testing hardware/software

Proven team collaboration ability

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

DOORS or equivalent tools

Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools

MATLAB

Job description

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we are at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology and mission‑critical systems. Our mission is to deliver innovative solutions that safeguard national security and advance the defense, aerospace, and technology industries. By upholding the highest standards of integrity, performance, and visionary thinking, we set new benchmarks for reliability and excellence in mission systems.

The Work

The Navigation Systems Engineer will lead the design, development, integration, and verification of cutting‑edge navigation solutions for aerospace systems. This role works within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑performance, resilient navigation architectures that meet stringent mission and safety requirements.

• Define and evolve navigation system architectures (e.g., GNSS, INS, Sensor Fusion with Kalman filtering and Bayesian methods).
• Interface with cross‑functional teams—including software, supplier, program management, and customers—to align technical solutions with program goals.
• Capture, trace, and verify system requirements using DOORS or equivalent tools; ensure compliance with MIL‑STD and customer specifications.
• Contribute to system design and requirements development, ensuring system architectures, interfaces, and behaviors align with customer and program needs.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve software and system‑level defects to maintain mission readiness and reliability.

This position is based in Owego, NY and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret‑level government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

Who You Are

• Innovative mindset, capable of finding solutions to complex engineering challenges.
• Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and dedication to delivering high‑quality results.
• Systems thinking with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to operate in high‑tempo, cross‑functional environments.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and mission success.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with navigation (EGI, GPS, RNP/RNAV, Terrain Avoidance, Radio Nav, Traffic Collision Avoidance, etc.) and/or Identification Systems (IFF, etc.).
• Broad systems engineering experience (e.g., system architecture and design, systems documentation, system requirements, CONOPS, systems verification).
• Experience integrating and testing hardware and/or software.
• Proven ability to work effectively and collaborate in a team environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics or related STEM discipline from an accredited college.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance at the Secret level.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (e.g., SysML, Cameo).
• Broad understanding of RF principles and antenna design.
• Leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Experience with MATLAB, MIL‑STD‑1553, ARINC‑429.
• Knowledge of civil certification regulations, requirements, and processes (e.g., RTCA, FAA, ICAO).
• Current active Secret security clearance.

Benefits Offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Annual base salary range in New York (excluding major metropolitan areas): $109,200 – $192,510.

Schedule for this Position

4×10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

Qualifications & Treating

Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Requirements Development
Type: Full‑Time
Shift: First

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.