Senior Requirements and Verification Systems Engineer

Reference: 731123BRPosted: 2026-06-02Location: Sunnyvale, CaliforniaSalary: $102,800 - $178,135Clearance: SecretCompany: Lockheed MartinDescription: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. 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The Systems Engineer will:• Perform Multi level requirement assessment in support of Interceptor design updates• Support streamlining the requirements process to reduce time needed to update, track, and release documents• Support organizing Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Interceptor Requirements by removing or archiving old requirements and deleting out of date traces.• Draft, reviewing, and release of requirements specification documents, includingpeer reviews and change requests for requirements changes and verification baseline• Coordinate changes and requirement dependencies with other components (Radar, THAAD Fire Control and Communications, Launcher, Weapon Systems Engineering, Talon, Peculiar Support Equipment) and stakeholders to plan requirements verification.• Work with the DOORS database to manage requirements and update as needed based on the change control process.• Collaborate with the THAAD stakeholders and internal teams to ensure requirement clarity and usefulness.• Input and track requirements and verification work via integrated master schedule and JIRA stories.• Report via JIRA to track dependencies with other teams and stakeholders.• Support the upcoming transition for R&V from the Missile Defense Agency to the United States Army.• Support all R&V activities for Iterative Engineering Technical Reviews (IETR) to include but not limited to chart review, coordination of objective evidence, and planning for current and future program increments.Important DetailsLearn more about THAADYou can learn more about Sunnyvale, CA by visiting this link.Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package.Basic Qualifications:• Systems engineering experience within requirements, verification, and validation.• Knowledge or experience with missile, defense, aerospace, or related systems.• Knowledge or experience with DOORS or another requirements management tool.• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance; US citizenship required.Desired Skills:• Experience with Requirements and Verification teams to create, update, maintain, verify and release requirements for large programs.• Experience with the THAAD program or other related programs (Aegis, Patriot, Fleet Ballistic Missile, other Strategic and Missile Defense Programs, etc.)• Experience with Lockheed Martin system engineering and requirements processes• Knowledge of program management, finance, contracts, Earned Value Management (EVM) and demonstrated business insight• Experience with DOORs Classic and DOORs Next• SAFE AGILE / Atlassian JIRA• Bachelor Degree in an engineering or related discipline.Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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: 9x80 every other Friday offPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,550. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.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. (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.This position is incentive plan eligible.Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,800 - $178,135. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.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.This position is incentive plan eligible.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.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: SPACERelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Systems Engineering: Requirements DevelopmentType: Full-TimeShift: First