Strategic Operations Research Analyst - E2

Lockheed Martin; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in King of Prussia, PA, seeks a high-energy modeling and analysis professional to lead studies that provide data-driven insights to Space leadership across LM Space.

You will model, simulate, and analyze satellite systems, engage stakeholders to plan tasks, and present findings to drive key decisions.

Required: STEM degree and TS/SCI clearance; experience with STK/ODTK/AFSIM/OD++ and MATLAB/Python. The role emphasizes teamwork and delivering clear analysis documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience with modeling, simulating, and analyzing satellite systems.
• Programming in MATLAB, Python, or R.
• Current TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead modeling, simulation, and analysis studies to provide data-driven insights.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to plan tasks and lead small teams.
• Present findings to stakeholders to drive decision making.

Skills

Satellite modeling

Modeling & analysis

Space sensing performance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

STK

ODTK

AFSIM

OD++

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

The Mission Integration, Analysis and Assessments group is searching for a high energy individual with a strong background in modeling and analysis methodologies. The selected candidate will lead modeling, simulation, and analysis studies that provide data driven insights to leaders across multiple Lines of Business within LM Space, helping shape their strategies to meet customer needs.

Your Responsibilities Will Include The Following

• Perform studies as part of a team to model and analyze Space sensing performance and trades (i.e. collection, resource allocation, access, gaps, etc.)
• Regularly engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand their analysis needs, plan analysis tasks, and lead small teams to deliver valuable findings to stakeholders
• Present findings to key stakeholders assessing enterprise performance under a variety of configuration options to drive decision making

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with modeling, simulating, and analyzing satellite systems
• Experience in modeling and simulation tools such as STK, ODTK, AFSIM, OD++, etc
• Programming and scripting experience using MATLAB, Python, R, or similar languages
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) field
• Current TS/SCI clearance

Desired Skills

• ISR domain experience
• Experience with sensor (EO/IR/RF) payload modeling and simulation
• Experience leading small engineering teams
• Demonstrated track record of authoring final deliverables documenting analysis methodology, assumptions, and conclusions
• Experience with applying Data Science and Machine Learning techniques within analysis to drive more comprehensive results
• Strong Math, Physics, and Statistics background
• Demonstrated capability to proactively work through difficult technical, project and resource challenges in often ambiguous circumstances
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully between multiple engineering disciplines

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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.