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Project Engineer Sr - E3

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Littleton, CO, USA
96K-178K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Littleton, CO, USA
96K-178K Annually
Senior level
Coordinates engineering project planning, integration, documentation, reviews, data transfers, and process reporting for the Fleet Ballistic Missile program. Acts as a Data Transfer Agent and Media Custodian across classified networks, manages secure file transfers, supports SEIT reviews, organizes Jira data, generates metrics, and monitors internal and external processes. The role requires onsite work, strong documentation skills, and active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret clearance.
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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 reimagining 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.


For over 70 years, the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has supported the Navy’s mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. We offer unique career opportunities and challenges on a program with a rich history and exciting future. We help keep this nation and our allies secure.  The FBM Program is experiencing significant growth and we need your expertise to deliver amazing new technologies to our customers while maintaining the technical requirements of the strategic deterrence.


Lockheed Martin (LM) is looking for a resourceful Project Engineer to become a member of the Systems Engineering and Integration Team.


As a Project Engineer, you will:

  • Act as a Data Transfer Agent (DTA) for Mk7
  • Perform Low-to-High (L-H) and High-to-High (H-H) Lateral Data Transfers and High-to-Low (H-L) Assured File Transfers (AFTs) from and to different networks
  • Act as a Media Custodian (MC) - Authorized to utilize optical media such as CD-R/DVD-R/BD-R and Internal and External CD/DVD/BD drives, External Encrypted Hard Drives, and Encrypted USB Flash Drives on Dark Star systems for data transfers
  • Understand process which involves both knowledge of classification issues and attention to detail in reviewing information and following the process for performing tasks related to the transfer of data
  • Coordinate SEIT reviews and data products for FCET IH and TIMs
  • Support Metric generation and Jira data organization/collection
  • Support the SEIT team leadership by handling, monitoring, and reporting internal/external processes

The successful Candidate will:

  • Meet each of the Basic Qualifications listed
  • Have at least 3 years of work experience (related Internships/Coops may be considered)
  • Hold an Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance
  • Have the ability to work onsite at our Littleton, CO campus Full-Time

The information below reflects the standard job description for this position: Coordinates planning, organization, control, integration and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility. Plans and formulates engineering program; reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications. Evaluates and approves design changes, specification and drawing releases. Coordinates activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.


Basic Qualifications
  • Experience handling, organizing, and coordinating documentation/data
  • Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficient with PDF editing tools
  • Must have a Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance; US Citizenship required
Desired Skills
  • Experience handling/managing classified documentation/data
  • Familiarity with Data at Rest and Encryption
  • Working Knowledge of FBM/Reentry systems documentation
  • Ability to review/assess compliance with requirements
  • Very detail oriented
  • Be organized and flexible with strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and capacity to manage multiple tasks while thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.

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