Systems Engineering Sr Mgr

Lockheed Martin; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 198,000 - 368,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Colorado Highlands Ranch seeks a senior Systems Engineer to lead the Wideband MILSATCOM SEIT team across design, development, production, integration, test and delivery. You will direct requirements management, architecture modeling, and verification planning in a fast-paced defense environment.

The role emphasizes program TPMs, readiness reviews, and cross-functional leadership. A strong background in MBSE and space systems is required, with the ability to coordinate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 15 years of Systems Engineering experience across multiple lifecycle phases.
• Strong systems integration experience and MBSE familiarity.
• Experience with Space programs, satellites, and ground systems.
• Secret clearance or ability to obtain SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Wideband MILSATCOM SEIT team across design, development, production, integration, test and delivery.
• Maintain requirements baseline, system test plan, and architecture models.
• Establish and track program TPMs and conduct readiness reviews.
• Coordinate with program manager, chief engineer and IPT leads to enable program execution.

Skills

Systems Engineering

MBSE

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Requirements management

Digital Engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

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.

Lockheed Martin is designing, developing, and delivering a next-gen wideband MILSATCOM system comprised of integrated space and ground segments that will provide enhanced communications capacity, flexibility and resiliency.

This Position Will Lead The Wideband MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration And Test (SEIT) Team In Support Of The Design, Development, Production, Integration, Test And Delivery Of The Satellites And Ground System. This Includes Leading Efforts To

• Maintain and manage the requirements baseline
• Maintain and manage the system test plan and integration efforts
• Maintain and manage the system architecture model and associated artifacts and design description documents
• Establish and track Program Technical Performance Measures (TPMs)
• Conduct systems engineering technical and readiness reviews
• Lead the verification and validation planning and execution
• Partner with the program manager, Chief engineer, other IPT leads to enable successful program execution.
• Establish and promote the necessary culture for program success

This position is contingent on program award expected in 3Q 2026

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.

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

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering-related field
• 15 years of Systems Engineering Experience across a range of programs and lifecycle phases
• Strong systems integration experience
• Experience with working either Communications programs (or programs that have communications as a key aspect of the overall mission)
• Experience working Space programs that include Satellite and Ground
• Experience with both program and functional leadership
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with Digital Engineering and/or MBSE
• Demonstrated understanding of Risk and Opportunity Management
• Experience across multiple program lifecycle phases
• Possess Secret Clearance; able to get SCI clearance

Desired Skills

• Masters Degree in Engineering
• 20+ years of experience
• Ability to influence cross functional teams, resolve conflicts, and present technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience as Chief System Engineer or Chief Engineer through the entire lifecycle of a development program
• Development program management experience
• Recognized as an authority in the implementation of System Engineering processes and command media, with the demonstrated ability to apply them to a wide range of sophisticated problems and train others in their application
• SW Development, Integration, and testing experience (to include requirements and interface definition)
• Experience with Digital, RF, and Optical Technologies
• Experience with baseline management and change control processes
• Fixed-price contract execution experience
• Experience implementing Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE) on a development program
• Experience as a leader of leaders
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $198400.00 - $368400.00

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.