Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer - Special Operations Forces | Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control is seeking a Systems Engineer for our Aviation mission area which is part of the SOF GLSS (Global Logistic Support Service) Program based in Lexington, KY. This program, critical to the success of US service men and women deployed throughout the world has a Mission to rapidly and properly equip the SOF community and its war fighters with the best possible mission systems and equipment. The role will be part of the Aviation Project Execution Engineering team and partner with the platform Chief Engineers with the technical execution on all Air Force and Army aircraft and Unmanned Aircraft Systems task orders in the modification of existing equipment, integrating modified components into various platforms, sustainment of existing systems, and developing new devices/software based on customer specifications. The position will require a highly motivated individual with demonstrated exemplary communication and technical skills to lead a diverse team of engineers and/or suppliers. The candidate should possess extensive knowledge of systems engineering principles/processes/lifecycle and the ability to adapt the same rigor for rapid development of design required by SOF GLSS. The role is expected to lead task orders in the performance of the following duties for the SOF GLSS contract:- Responsible for systems engineering requirements and interface development, flow down of requirements, coordination and planning of tests, troubleshooting system issues, and execution of tests.- Analyze customer requirements to determine total scope, basis of estimate, plan Systems Engineering tasks within an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), plan resource requirements, and formulate the overall systems engineering plan.- Prioritize and ensure tasks are on schedule- Provide oversight of subcontractors to ensure technical review completion/closeout actions and on-time work product deliveries.Why Join Us This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services.Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.