Systems Engineer - E2

Standard Job Description

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The Systems Integration/Test Engineer Sr focuses on the end‑to‑end integration and verification of telemetry avionics subsystems (e.g., RF transmitters, data‑handling units, antenna pointing controllers, and on‑board recorders) that support flight‑termination and mission telemetry. You will drive package‑level test planning and events, and ensure that each telemetry block reaches the required performance and safety maturity before it is incorporated into the full system.Telemetry is the “eyes and ears” of any flight‑termination system. Ensuring these subsystems are rigorously tested, validated, and ready for flight safeguards mission success and national security. As the senior I&T engineer, you will directly influence the reliability and performance of the data path that informs critical abort decisions.

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

Some System integration, fault management, test and/or verification Engineering Experience

Excellent written and oral communication; proven ability to convey technical concepts to internal stakeholders and customers.

Active Secret Clearance required prior to start

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance - U.S. Citizenship Required

Ability to work in a closed area.

Ability to travel to U.S. locations to support events as necessary. Up to 25%.

Desired Skills

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Engineering or related technical discipline

Some experience managing subsystems or lower level interfaces

Experience in Systems Engineering, specifically in the areas of requirements, verification, and/or Systems Integration

Effective communication skills, including ability to explain complex concepts, lead reviews, and negotiate requirements

Experience integrating across functional organizations

MS Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and/or Project

Experience with DOORS, DOORS Next, or other requirement management tool

Experience with CREO, CAMEO or similar drawing and modeling tools

Experience with, or on, the FBM program, working with the Navy, or Submarine exposure is highly desired

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Self-starter, able to complete work with general direction

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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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.