Systems Engineer Sr - Capability Integration Strategy - Level 3

Description:

You will be the Systems Engineering Sr for the Capability Integration Strategy Team which is responsible for delivering integrated, high‑impact engineering solutions across the Architecture Design Integration and Test Organization (ADI&T).

What You Will Be Doing

As the Systems Engineering Sr you will be responsible for shaping the technical roadmap, integrating functional plans, governing releases, resolving anomalies, and driving data‑centric metrics that keep the program on‑track.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and manage the technical roadmap and integrated JIRA backlog, ensuring traceability from portfolio strategy to segment execution.

• Create functional integration plans and test‑thread frameworks that validate capabilities across domains and operational scenarios.

• Establish and govern capability release management processes, authoring System Release Memoranda and meeting stringent technical and quality thresholds.

• Oversee end‑to‑end anomaly resolution, assessing severity, impact, and timelines to keep delivery cadences uninterrupted.

• Design and implement integrated data metrics to monitor engineering execution and product performance.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. ( Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative technical leader who thrives on turning complex challenges into clear, executable plans. You bring deep systems‑engineering expertise, a data‑driven mindset, and a proven track record of delivering integrated solutions on schedule. Your decisive communication and ability to align cross‑functional teams make you the catalyst for seamless capability delivery.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

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Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.

• Experience in Systems Engineering, Technical Program Management, or a related discipline in an Agile/DevSecOps development environment.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and the application of Agile principles within a systems engineering framework.

• Ability to decompose complex customer requirement into actionable features and stories for development teams, ensuring traceability and alignment with overall system requirements.

• Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools (e.g., SysML) to visualize system architecture, define interfaces, and maintain requirements traceability throughout iterative development cycles.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, analyze, and resolve complex system issues, performance bottlenecks, and integration challenges within a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of the full system life cycle (requirements analysis, design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment) and how to adapt traditional engineering processes to an iterative, continuous improvement model.

• Experience defining and documenting system requirements, use cases, and acceptance criteria in collaboration with stakeholders and development teams.

• Technical proficiency in relevant domains such as software development, network configuration, and hardware/software integration environments.

• Technical Writing: Authored and edited comprehensive technical documentation. Expertise in simplifying complex technical information for diverse audiences.

• Presentation & Public Speaking: Expert in developing and delivering high-impact PowerPoint presentations and public speeches to stakeholders and large audiences.

• Project Management & Coordination: Managed and coordinated cross-functional project teams to ensure project milestones were achieved on time and within budget.

• Planning & Scheduling: Developed comprehensive project plans and schedules, allocating resources effectively and tracking progress to ensure timely delivery.

• Data & Analytics: Proficient in data analysis, data architecture, and data presentation, leveraging various tools to drive informed decision-making and optimize project outcomes.

• Leadership & Accountability: Established clear performance expectations and ensured accountability across teams, fostering a results-driven environment and providing constructive feedback for performance improvement.

• Interpersonal/People Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

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. Should this match be 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 while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First