Systems Engineer - Littleton CO

VetJobs; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Littleton, Colorado seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to join a team focused on simulation and modeling for FBM programs. You will develop 6DOF trajectory simulations, write software for analysis, and verify results against data.

A strong background in flight dynamics, C++, and CM tools is essential, with security clearances required. The role is on-site at the Littleton location, with responsibilities spanning verification, documentation, and cross-team demonstrations for

Qualifications

• Experience as Systems/ Aerospace/ Software engineer or GNC engineer.
• Interest in flight dynamics, trajectories, physics-based modeling, and time-domain simulations.
• Proficiency in C++ programming and software configuration management.
• Active/Valid Secret Security clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop a 6DOF physics-based missile trajectory simulation used across the FBM program.
• Write/modify software to support and perform analysis.
• Perform verification and validation of new simulator against legacy models and data.
• Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and verify requirements.
• Create technical memos and present simulation demos to internal and customer teams.
• Support simulation user base and LM contractors.

Skills

C++ programming

Secret clearance

Top Secret clearance

GNC interest

Flight dynamics

Scripting

Unix/Linux

Education

High School/GED

BS Engineering

Tools

Git

Artifactory

Nexus

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Standard Job Description

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. 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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

We are currently seeking a Systems Engineer, Sr to join our Team.

As a System Simulation Engineer you will work with a team of Systems, Software, and GNC Engineers performing:

• Develop a 6DOF physics based missile trajectory simulation used across the FBM program
• Write/modify SW to support and perform specific analysis
• Perform verification and validation of new Sim against legacy Sim and post flight data
• Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios/environments and verify system/subsystem level requirements
• Create technical memos, present simulation demos to internal engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel during technical exchange meetings
• Support simulation’s user base, working groups, for LM personnel and various non-LM FBM contractors

The information below reflects the standard job description for this position: Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

Auto req ID

481678BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications

• Experience as a Systems Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Software Engineer, and/or Guidance, Navigation, & Controls (GNC) Engineer
• Interest in flight dynamics, trajectories, physics-based modeling, and/or time domain simulations
• Programming experience in C++
• Interest in with software configuration management tools (Git, Artifactory, Nexus or similar)
• Active/Valid Secret Security clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Security Clearance; US Citizenship required

Desired Skills

• BS Engineering, Math, Physics or other related field, and 1+ years Hands-on experience performing guidance, navigation, or flight control engineering on aerospace or missile applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to include generation and presentation of verification plans, analysis reports, algorithm description documentation, other technical documents
• Experience in flight dynamics, trajectories, physics-based modeling, and/or time domain simulations
• Experience integrating and testing hardware and software in Hardware In-the-Loop (HWIL)
• Experience programming in UNIX/LINUX operating system (O/S) environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities; can debug and optimize scripts
• Familiarity with STK, MBSE, Cameo, Agile process
• FBM program experience
• Active Top Secret clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

City: Littleton

State: Colorado

Job_Category: Operations

Job Code: Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor: Lockheed Martin