Systems Engineer - System Test

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

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Colorado is seeking a Systems Engineer - Systems Integration to join the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) team. You will plan, integrate, and test Navy platforms, translating requirements into hardware and software solutions while coordinating with suppliers and internal teams.

The ideal candidate holds a related engineering degree, has systems thinking and strong communication, and is eligible for a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience with systems integration functions including system trade studies and modeling.
• Development of Requirements and ICDs.
• Experience in System Integration, Test and Verification.
• Test planning and execution with understanding interdependencies.
• Active or Current Secret Security Clearance.
• Willing to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, integrate and test for Navy platforms.
• Support requirements definition for weapon systems tests and ITP plans.
• Support systems hardware/software integration, test planning, and execution.
• Develop products for vehicle hardware/software testing.
• Generate system test requirements.
• Maintain organization and troubleshooting across design, development, test, and verification.

Skills

Systems thinking

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Security clearance (Secret)

Willingness to travel

Test planning & verification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

Automation Framework

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.

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 at the forefront of hypersonic missile development, and we want you to be a part of this exciting journey. Our Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program is creating the first hypersonic system for the U.S. Navy, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team. If you share our passion for innovation and our commitment to making a difference in the world, we welcome you to join us.

Systems Engineer - Systems Integration

Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer - Systems Integration to join the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) team.

Responsibilities

• Planning, Execution, Integration and Test efforts for various Navy Platforms
• Support requirements definition for Weapon Systems tests, development of Integrated Test Program Plans, and various levels of involvement in test execution.
• Support systems hardware/software integration, test planning, and execution
• Support the development of products needed to conduct vehicle hardware/software testing
• Support the generation of system test requirements
• Have excellent organization and troubleshooting skills and be proficient in understanding hardware/software design, requirements, product development, test execution, and verification activities

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. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with one or more Systems Integration functions including:
• System trade studies and/or System modeling
• Requirements and Interface Control Document (ICD) development
• System Integration, Test and/or Verification
• Test planning and execution with an understanding of all the interdependencies
• Active or Current Secret Security Clearance
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% (as required)

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience and education
• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker with the ability to select and apply appropriate systems thinking skills to solve problems and implement constructive change
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
• Missile or space segment test experience with one or more subsystems or fields outside of Systems Engineering
• Experience using Automation Framework
• Experience collaborating in small teams and communicating with stakeholders
• Previous Navy ship board integration and test experience
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

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
• 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.