Systems Engineer Staff - Level 4 (TS/SCI)

Description: 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. And we’re re-imagining 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.

• Generating and simulating operational level plans to explore the art of the possible, how we could defend the ultimate high ground in a future space war

• Dynamically optimizing both terrestrial and space-based sensors to provide comprehensive space domain awareness

• Strategically optimizing the placement and maneuvering of constellations of satellites to satisfy multiple, evolving priorities

Our team leverages industry standard open-source software solutions such as GitLab, Kubernetes, and Helm. Our automation-first and “everything as code” mindset allows our software engineers to focus their time and efforts on what is most important - building cutting edge functionality for our end users.

Basic Qualifications:

• Deep Network Foundations: Knowledge of the OSI model, TCP/IP suite, VLAN design, UDP multicast, and ACL architecture and implementation.

• Multi‑Vendor Device Mastery: Proven hands‑on experience configuring and troubleshooting firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper), routers, and switches from both Cisco or Juniper product lines. Familiarity with network virtualization platforms (VMware/ESXi) is a plus.

• Agile Delivery Experience: Demonstrated ability to work in Agile development environments, leveraging tools such as JIRA and Confluence for task tracking, sprint planning, and documentation.

• Security Certification Requirement: Possession of an IAT Level II (8140‑compliant) certification – e.g., Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc. If not already held, the candidate must obtain the certification within 60 days of start‑date.

• Clearance & Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required; Active Top‑Secret/SCI clearance required to start. Position is located in a facility requiring special access.

Desired Skills:

• Technical Leadership: Recent experience serving as a technical lead (architecture design, technical research, project management).

• Automation & Scripting Proficiency: Development or scripting experience with Python, PowerShell, Ansible, or comparable automation tools to streamline network provisioning and compliance.

• Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Exposure: Hands‑on work in network‑focused SRE functions such as automation, incident response, performance monitoring, capacity planning, metrics development, and security hardening.

• Excellent Communication: Strong written and verbal skills; capable of producing clear technical presentations, Visio/network diagrams, and collaborating effectively within high‑performing engineering teams.

• Team‑Oriented Delivery: Proven track record of building strong relationships across functional groups and consistently delivering high‑quality results on schedule.

• Security Design Knowledge: Intermediate to advanced understanding of security architectures, secure coding/configuration practices, and testing methodologies; able to synthesize findings and advise leadership on remediation.

• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving: Ability to analyze complex network issues, develop root‑cause analyses, and implement robust solutions in dynamic environments.

• Adaptability: Comfortable thriving in fast‑paced, rapidly changing projects while maintaining focus on technical excellence.

• Time Management: Demonstrated capacity to prioritize tasks, manage multiple concurrent initiatives, and meet strict project deadlines.

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

Clearance Level: TS/SCI

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: 9x80 every other Friday off

Pay 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 $109,200 - $192,510. 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.

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 Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Systems Engineering: Network Systems Engineers

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First