Standard Job Description

The Joint Combat Weapons Systems (JCWS) - Javelin program is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer (LdSE). You will report to the program area Lead Systems Engineer and work closely with Chief Engineers and program managers, IPT leads and engineering leads to drive technical excellence and mission success. Additionally, you will lead systems engineering transformation efforts, including Digital Engineering and MBSE.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Lead Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Responsible for managing the technical response for new proposals and working with the technical team to generate estimates and conduct independent technical reviews.
• Ensuring the system aligns with strategic goals of the program
• Leading cross-functional engineering activities, including trade studies, system analyses, configuration control, verification planning and execution, affordability considerations, and risk and opportunity management
• Collaborating with customers, integrating and testing planning and execution, and participating in major design reviews
• Works closely with program management, functional leads and chief engineer to mitigate risk and execute programs on cost and on schedule.

Why Join Us

We're looking for a experienced and skilled Lead Systems Engineer to join our team in Orlando, FL. If you have demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional engineering activities, experience with DoD tactical system development programs, and a strong understanding of sensor components and algorithms, we encourage you to apply. You should also have excellent communication and leadership skills, and be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance with an investigation or CV date within 5 years. As a seasoned professional with a strong technical background and leadership skills, you will thrive in this role, contributing to the success of our programs and advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), or related
• Experience required includes DoD tactical system development program experience, customer interface, requirements derivation/allocation, integration and test planning and execution, understanding of Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) and their application, and participation or leadership in major design reviews.
• Final Secret Clearance required to start

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical systems/programs

• Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams

• Strong business acumen, management influence and whole systems thinking

• Strong Interpersonal Skills

• Able to work in a rapid development environment.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical systems/programs

• Experience in Systems Engineering input for Proposals and development of basis of estimates (BOEs)

• Experience in MBSE tools and implementation

• Experience Cost Account Management and Earned Value

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.