Systems Engineering Asc Mgr - L4

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 131,000 - 244,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space seeks a qualified engineer to lead system planning, integration and verification across complex space-ground systems. You will translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications while addressing cost, schedule, and risk factors.

The role demands active Secret clearance (Top-Secret eligibility preferred), strong network and virtualization know‑how, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment at our Sunnyvale site.

Qualifications

• Experience in classified IT environments (Secret/Top‑Secret).
• Active Secret clearance (eligible for Top‑Secret/SCI).
• Strong knowledge of network architecture (TCP/IP, MPLS, VPN).
• Windows/Linux server administration.
• Virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Compute and Storage (Synergy, EVA, NetApp).
• Cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk analyses.
• Coordinate subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment and salary actions.
• Translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications across lifecycle stages.
• Conduct functional and timeline analyses, trade studies, and interface definitions.
• Ensure solutions meet technical, schedule and cost constraints.

Skills

Network architecture

TCP/IP

MPLS

VPN

Windows/Linux admin

Virtualization

VMware

Hyper-V

Compute & Storage

Cybersecurity

Secret clearance

Top-Secret eligibility

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Related discipline

Tools

Synergy

EVA

NetApp

VMware

CLI tools

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. 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 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.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. 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 classified IT environments (Secret/Top‑Secret).
• Active Secret clearance (eligible for Top‑Secret/SCI).
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Network architecture (TCP/IP, MPLS, VPN)
  • Windows/Linux server administration
  • Virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V)
  • Compute and Storage (Synergy, EVA, NetApp)
  • Cybersecurity requirements
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven analytical and problem‑solving abilities under pressure.
• Ability to get Sec+ certification within 180 days of hire.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a related discipline.
• Experience in a leadership role with direct reports.
• Direct experience with OPIR or other space‑based sensor ground‑system programs.
• Understanding of OPIR Operations and Flight Operations System (FOS) workflows.
• Experience with simulation and validation testing for ground‑system engineering.
• Abilit to design and deploy infrastructure architecture design for classified environments.
• Practical virtualization expertise (container platforms, advanced VMware/Hyper‑V).
• Relevant certifications (Sec+, CISSP, CISM, CCNP, etc.).
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $131100.00 - $243500.00

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.