Data Modernization System Engineer - Clearance Required

Lockheed Martin; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Maryland is seeking a Data Modernization System Engineer to drive data architecture modernization and support mission-critical cyber infrastructure programs.

You will collaborate with customers and teams, translate vague requirements into actionable tasks, and apply Agile SAFe/Scrum practices leveraging Jira and Confluence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university plus 10 years of systems engineering experience.
• Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering or related discipline from an accredited college or university plus 8 years of systems engineering experience.
• Agile Project Management expertise with hands-on SAFe/Scrum experience and Jira & Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and project management to support the customer’s Chief Data Architect data modernization efforts.
• Interface with the customer to identify, capture and service new and sometimes ambiguous requirements while also identifying opportunities for the program.

Skills

Agile Project Management

Communication

Facilitation

Lead meetings

Time management

Stakeholder alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering

High School Diploma or GED + 14 years experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Git workflows

Job description

• Join Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, Cyber & Intelligence, where we foster innovation and integrity.


• As a Data Modernization System Engineer, you'll be empowered to create \"new realities\" and pioneer solutions that break boundaries.


• Benefit from the support of a global technology leader that values innovative thinking and provides the resources to turn ideas into reality.


• Build on our proud legacy of achievement and contribute to shaping the future of aerospace, defense, and security solutions.

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WHAT WE'RE DOING

• Join Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, Cyber & Intelligence, where we foster innovation and integrity.


• As a Data Modernization System Engineer, you'll be empowered to create \"new realities\" and pioneer solutions that break boundaries.


• Benefit from the support of a global technology leader that values innovative thinking and provides the resources to turn ideas into reality.


• Build on our proud legacy of achievement and contribute to shaping the future of aerospace, defense, and security solutions.

THE WORK

TKO provides systems engineering, software development, data science and cloud development and engineering services to the Cyber Infrastructure Solutions customer. The services enable the Data Transformation, Malware Analysis, and Cyber Threat Intelligence processing and sharing capabilities for the customer, fulfilling mission objectives and offering actionable information to detect and mitigate cyber threats. The contract has several locations in Maryland and a small contingent in Texas.

Who We Are

• Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and security solutions, committed to excellence and integrity.

Who You Are

• You are a Data Modernization System Engineer with strong project management skills who will provide the engineering and project management to support the customer's Chief Data Architect data modernization efforts to streamline data processing.


• You will act as the contract's face for a critical effort that will change the data environment for the customer. The role will work directly with the customer to identify, capture and service new and sometimes ambiguous requirements while also keeping an eye out for new opportunities for the program in support of the customer.


• The ideal candidate for this role will be someone that can take vague guidance and develop a course of action, interface well with customers and other stake holders, and recognize areas for growth. Ideally, you will have familiarity with either the data movement and architecture of the customer, or knowledge and experience with SIGINT operations, particularly data acquisition and movement.

WHY JOIN US

• Join a global technology leader where your ideas can make a difference and your contributions are valued.


• Work on exciting projects that challenge you to push boundaries and innovate.


• Grow your career in an environment that encourages learning, development, and creativity.

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Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus fourteen (14) years of general systems engineering experience. OR


• Bachelor’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field (Aeronautics, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems, and Engineering Management) or a related discipline (Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, and Physics) from an accredited college or university plus ten (10) years of systems engineering experience. OR


• Master’s degree or PhD in a Qualified Engineering Field (Aeronautics, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems, and Engineering Management) or a related discipline (Chemistry, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, and Physics) from an accredited college or university plus eight (8) years of systems engineering experience


• Agile Project Management expertise with hands‑on SAFe/Scrum experience and utilization of Jira & Confluence.


• Strong communication, facilitation, and impediment‑removal skills; adept at leading meetings, documenting outcomes, and aligning teams with senior leadership.


• Deep understanding of the customer’s data‑flow architecture and ability to translate vague requirements into prioritized, actionable development tasks.


• Proven track record in release planning, sprint reviews, Scrum‑of‑Scrums, and managing Git workflows (commits, merges, pushes).


• Experience guiding enterprise‑scale software development teams, providing technical feedback, and maintaining excellent time‑management and organization.


• Must possess a current US Security Clearance TS/SCI w/