Satellite Mission Engr Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Fort Belvoir, VA seeks a Satellite Mission Engineer (Level 3) with an active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance. The role involves leading mission operations, developing procedures for orbit dynamics and performance analysis, and providing technical direction across multiple sites.

Training includes tools creation and data analysis, with periodic off-hours support. Typically requires 3+ years of experience and a BS degree; the position offers full-time employment with

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance required.
• BS degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience with spacecraft operations and critical operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mission operations during readiness, execution and evaluation phases.
• Develop detailed plans and procedures for maximum mission support in orbit dynamics and performance analysis.
• Provide technical direction for mission support and plan for critical activities.
• Collaborate with other sites to implement resiliency and ops development.
• Support tooling, data analysis and maintenance during training.

Skills

Spacecraft ops

Critical ops support

Astrodynamics

Orbital mechanics

Maneuver tools

Cross-site collaboration

Education

BS degree in a relevant field

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

MATLAB

Python

MS Office

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation.

THE WORK

Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented level 3 Satellite Mission Engineer with an active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance to work from our Fort Belvoir, VA location.

In this role as a Satellite Systems Engineer, Sr you will have the opportunity to conduct and lead mission/program-specific operations during readiness, execution, and evaluation phases. You will develop detailed plans and procedures to provide maximum mission support in areas such as orbit dynamics and performance analysis, provide technical direction for mission support, plan for critical activities, and provide alternate operating techniques. You will have the opportunity to work with different organizations and sites to implement various efforts across the IC. This includes resiliency test and tactics development as well as ops development.

During the initial training period, you will learn the system and may concurrently support tools creation, data analysis, and maintenance. This Position requires the completion of a formal training program and certification to perform duties. This position will require periodic off-hour shifts in support of program activities as well as on-call support.

This is an MID-SR CAREER (level 3) ROLE where candidates typically require 3+ years of professional experience and a BS degree.

Basic Qualifications

Experience or understanding of spacecraft operations

Experience supporting critical operations

Experience In Any Of These Engineering Functions

• System integration
• Planning
• Software testing
• System modeling or analysis

An active TS/SCI w Poly clearance is required for consideration

Desired Skills

Experience establishing customer intimacy

Problem solving, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work across sites

Experience with astrodynamics and orbital mechanics including classical orbital elements

Understanding of Satellite maneuver tools/techniques

Microsoft Office proficiency (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)

Experience with Confluence, JIRA, MATLAB, Python

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.