Senior Space Systems Engineer - Mission Ops (Hybrid 4x10)

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Longmont, CO, supports the NextGen GEO (NGG) Mission Operations as it trains toward SCCH qualification and transitions to full‑time engineering roles. You will work across satellite systems, ground control, and LEOT processes with 24/7 operations involvement.

During training you’ll gain exposure to multiple roles (SSO, GCO, SSE, LCL) and evolve toward mission readiness, with daytime 9x80 shifts during training and readiness activities, plus off‑shift during exercises and

Qualifications

• 3+ of related experience in the systems engineering lifecycle, specifically in the areas of satellite systems or related operational environments.
• Active or Current Final Top-Secret security clearance, with ability to achieve and maintain a TS/SCI clearance. Thus US Citizenship is required.
• Willingness to work rotational shift work as required.
• BS in Systems Engineering or related discipline from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Support rehearsals, system testing, LEOT, anomaly resolution, and on‑orbit operations.
• Develop and refine operational products, procedures, and system architectures.
• Conduct systems engineering assessments to balance technical requirements with mission schedules.
• Collaborate across engineering and operations teams to drive mission success.
• Provide direct command and control support as part of the operational crew rotation post‑launch.

Skills

Systems thinking

Satellite operations

TS/SCI clearance

US Citizenship

Shift work

Team leadership

NGG/SBIRS experience

Education

BS in Systems Engineering

Job description

Lockheed Martin Space in Longmont, CO, supports the NextGen GEO (NGG) Mission Operations as it trains toward SCCH qualification and transitions to full‑time engineering roles. You will work across satellite systems, ground control, and LEOT processes with 24/7 operations involvement.

During training you’ll gain exposure to multiple roles (SSO, GCO, SSE, LCL) and evolve toward mission readiness, with daytime 9x80 shifts during training and readiness activities, plus off‑shift during exercises and