Systems Engineer, Senior - Missile Performance Simulation/Analysis

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

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Missile Performance Simulation and Analysis. You will lead trajectory modeling, multi-DOF simulations, and software maintenance for advanced missile systems, interfacing with internal teams and external customers.

You will work in a highly technical environment requiring strong programming skills (MATLAB, C/C++, Fortran, Python) and the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in flight dynamics, trajectories, physics-based modeling, time domain simulation, Guidance, Navigation, & Controls (GNC) and related fields.
• Programming experience in MATLAB, Fortran, C/C++, Python, Java.
• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret; US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Missile system trajectory performance and functionality analyses using a variety of modeling and simulation methods.
• 3DOF and 6DOF Missile trajectory simulation and analysis (preflight and postflight).
• Maintenance and modernization of missile simulation software and supporting data set; writing or modifying software to support and perform specific analysis.
• Creating technical memos, providing input to data packages to support peer and customer reviews, and presenting analysis results to internal engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel during technical exchange meetings.
• Provide support to the missile simulation’s user base, working groups, for LM personnel and various non-LM FBM contractors.

Job description

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.

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, Senior - Missile Performance Simulation/Analysis.

Duties

As a Missile Performance Simulation Engineer, you will work with a team of engineers in performing the following duties and functions:

• Missile system trajectory performance and functionality analyses using a variety of modeling and simulation methods.
• 3DOF and 6DOF Missile trajectory simulation and analysis (preflight and postflight).
• Maintenance and modernization of missile simulation software and supporting data set; writing or modifying software to support and perform specific analysis.
• Creating technical memos, providing input to data packages to support peer and customer reviews, and presenting analysis results to internal engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel during technical exchange meetings.
• Provide support to the missile 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.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in flight dynamics, trajectories, physics-based modeling, time domain simulation, Guidance, Navigation, & Controls (GNC), and/or a related field
• Programming experience in one or more of the following: MATLAB, Fortran, C/C++, Python, Java
• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret; US Citizenship required

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, physics or other related field
• Knowledge of missile trajectory performance and subsystem inter-dependencies
• Understanding of 3 DOF and 6 DOF dynamics as they relate to aerospace vehicles
• Experience programming in UNIX/LINUX operating system (O/S) environment
• Strong programming experience (C/C++ or Similar)
• Knowledge of FORTRAN
• Familiarity with STK, MBSE, Cameo, Agile process
• Experience leading small to medium groups including technical oversight and programmatic execution
• FBM program experienceActive Top Secret clearance
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

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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.