Systems Integration/Test Engineer Sr Stf - Level 5 (Secret)

Lockheed Martin; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 145,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Maryland is seeking a Sr Staff Systems Integration & Test Engineer to lead technical planning, system integration, verification and validation for a next-gen ground segment. You will work in a highly collaborative environment with engineering teams and customers.

The role requires 7+ years of experience, STEM education, strong communication skills, and an active Secret clearance. Travel up to 25% may be needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated communications skills (verbal and written) with the ability to present status to management and customers.
• Experience in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, or formal development/certification.

Responsibilities

• Support the Ground segment of the program with technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and/or formal system development, testing and delivery.
• Work in a highly collaborative environment with frequent interaction across engineering disciplines and with customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

Jira

Confluence

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.

• This position is contingent upon program award with an expected 4th Quarter 2026 start date ***

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.

The selected candidate will support the Ground segment of the program as a Sr Staff Systems Integration & Test Engineer. Responsibilities will include technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and/or formal system development, testing and delivery. The candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment with frequent and direct interaction with various engineering disciplines and customers. Prior experience as a systems engineer or I&T with extensive domain knowledge of ground systems, networks, and integration & test of enterprise software products is required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) or related discipline or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of 7+ years work experience in Systems Development, Engineering or Integration and Test
• Experience in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, or formal system development/qualification/certification
• Prior experience with satellite ground systems design, development, or integration & test
• Demonstrated communications skills (verbal and written) with the ability to prepare and present program status to management and customers
• An Active Secret clearance is required to start (Must be a US citizen).

Desired Skills

• Experience working in an Agile I&T environment, including tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Working knowledge of integration flows and test phase requirements
• Demonstrated experience leading a cross-functional team in the planning and execution of a project goal
• Experience with enterprise Ground Product Line (GPL) products Horizon, Compass or Hades
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot problems and coordinate other integration participants for I&T program efficiency
• Generate concise but thorough test reports purpose-built for use in V&V events
• Deliver effective customer presentations that include performance results, schedule status, and corrective action details
• Active Secret clearance or higher
• Support occasional business travel (up to 25%)
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Pay Information

GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $161300.00 - $299500.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $145100.00 - $269500.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $129000.00 - $239600.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.
• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $116100.00 - $215700.00
  • Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Lufkin, TX; etc.

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.