Guidance, Nav, & Control Eng, Controls Specialist (Level IV) - Secret

Overview About Lockheed Martin Space: Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security, and our humanity. 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. 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. Role We are seeking an experienced Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Controls Technical Specialist who will perform technical execution scope associated with flight vehicle control system design, algorithm development, software integration, sensor system modeling & analysis, performance analysis, hardware integrated testing, and weapons system verification within the Theater Strike Weapon Systems (TSWS) and Strategic Missile Defense (SMD) portfolios. Anchored by the Conventional Prompt Strike (CPS) program, the portfolio is undergoing rapid growth across multiple product lifecycle phases within CPS and several peer development program efforts. Responsibilities Working on advanced missile control system architecture, design, integration, testing, and analysis within hypersonic weapon system programs Leveraging past experience in weapon system and missile system/subsystem development and analysis to shape current and future program execution Collaborating with program managers, systems and software engineering or engineering leaders to deliver component(s)/subsystem(s), designs, and analysis to programs Providing programmatic direction to engineering staff and teams, and collaborating on execution, analysis, design/peer reviews Applying proficiency in C++ and MATLAB to develop, verify, validate, and perform analysis; review analysis artifacts; assess data products; and deliver technical summary briefings Communicating technical results effectively and working collaboratively across teams, working groups, review boards, and technical execution teams Supporting Agile execution of programs and projects through planning/backlog development, increment execution, and coordination/review of junior staff assignments Job Responsibilities and Controls Specialist tasks Develop and review data packages, analysis, and presentations for working groups and review boards Coordinate internal efforts and external elements to develop, verify, and validate complex simulations (e.g., missile 6-degree-of-freedom simulations), hardware test architectures/environments, flight algorithms development, stability and control analyses, software integration, and flight algorithms software verification to achieve weapon system performance Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements Perform and align staff execution for critical studies, analyses, and test activities Support hardware subsystem technical staff in the requirements, analysis, integration, verification, and hardware testing of control actuation systems in flight representations simulation and hardware test environments Qualifications Basic Qualifications: B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field Strong foundation in missile flight dynamics, stability, and/or maneuvering Expertise in control theory (e.g., classical, state space, optimal, robust, adaptive) Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink for modeling, linearization, and/or Monte Carlo analysis Knowledge of software methods or standards including safety-critical items and/or version control systems (Git, Gitlab, Artifact repos) Ability to develop and execute unit, integration, and/or system level test plans (HIL, SIL, flight test) Strong written and oral communication skills for cross-functional teams and senior leadership Experience with real-time embedded software and/or model-based code generation Proficiency with high-fidelity simulation tools and experience designing and/or maintaining control system models Security Clearance / Work Authorization: To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen Secret clearance is required to start employment Selected candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a government issued Secret clearance for long term employment on this program Desired Skills: Direct experience with thrust vector control (hydraulic, electromechanical, flexible nozzle, RCS) actuation systems Experience with real-time embedded software and model-based code generation Experience in the planning and execution of hardware test or flight test campaigns, including stability and control analysis, launch criteria evaluation, telemetry handling, and post-test analysis or reconstruction Understanding of Range Safety and MIL STD 882 system safety/hazard analysis processes Real-time implementation and optimization of control algorithms within embedded software or firmware applications Experience in development and integration of a high-fidelity vehicle simulation including thrust vector control and bending structural dynamics Demonstrated experience with test and tactical flight algorithm performance evaluation in the frequency and time domains Proficiency in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test environments that faithfully emulate actuator dynamics, sensor noise, and fault conditions for software verification Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. If a match is identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five-day work week, with some condensed schedules offering additional time off. Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in various locations is generally between $123,500 and $246,100 depending on location and other factors. Salary ranges are guidelines and may reflect final work location and market considerations. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Equal Opportunity: Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Application Window: The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply promptly to receive optimal consideration. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Guidance, Navigation and Control Type: Full-Time Shift: First #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin