Leads systems engineering and IT integration for mission-critical ground and air systems. Responsibilities include requirements development, technical planning, system architecture, VMware and Windows infrastructure deployment, networking, storage, Active Directory, security hardening, integration documentation, verification and validation testing, and deployment readiness. The role collaborates with software, hardware, test, customers, and stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers and improving processes.
Standard Job Description
WHAT WE’RE DOING
Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to innovate, perform with excellence, and build incredible products? If you have the passion, drive, and courage to dream big, we want you to help build a better tomorrow. Lockheed Martin’s Rotary & Mission Systems team is seeking an experienced System Engineer – IT to support the Peace Krypton (PK) program.
THE WORK
As a System Engineer – IT you will:
- Perform technical planning and analysis for the total system.
- Lead system integration, verification, and validation activities, while ensuring conversion of customer and product requirements into system solutions that respect technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
- Design, develop, and analyze IT solutions – create and validate computer system architectures, software programs, and related IT components based on user or system design specifications; consult with users to determine hardware, software, or functional specifications.
- Build and deploy mission critical IT infrastructure – design and install Windows‑based virtualization (VMware vSphere/vCenter), storage (VEEAM, GoodSync), and Active Directory forests/domains; configure networking, IP‑addressing, VLANs, and firewall interfaces; implement DISA‑STIG hardening and ensure compliance with security baselines.
- Produce integration documentation – generate network diagrams, VLAN/IP matrices, rack‑plan layouts, configuration‑baseline documents, and systems‑integration artifacts for the left‑hand side of the Systems Engineering “V”.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams – work with software, hardware, test, and test‑and‑evaluation engineers, as well as customers and stakeholders, to assure seamless system integration and readiness for field deployment.
- Execute functional and performance testing – develop test plans, conduct testing, analyze results, and certify system readiness for deployment.
- Provide technical leadership – mentor junior engineers and drive process improvements.
WHO WE ARE
We empower a diverse, geographically dispersed team of technical professionals—including software developers, aircraft and hardware engineers, and integration & test engineers—to deliver mission‑focused solutions in a highly dynamic environment.
WHO YOU ARE
- An experienced System Engineer – IT with deep expertise in the left‑hand side of the Systems Engineering “V” and hands‑on system‑integration responsibilities.
- Proven ability to perform technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost, risk, and supportability analyses for complex, multi‑site ground‑and‑air systems.
- Skilled at designing, developing, and analyzing computer systems or programs based on user or system design specifications, consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or functional specifications.
- Strong background in requirements development, functional/timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition to translate customer needs into hardware and software specifications.
- Proficient with Windows OS, virtualization (VMware vSphere), storage solutions, enterprise networking, and security hardening (DISA STIGs).
- Able to generate comprehensive integration artifacts, build procedures, and documentation that span concept through disposal.
- Excellent communicator and collaborator.
WHY JOIN US
You will work on a high‑impact program with a supportive culture that values work‑life balance, flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related STEM field.
- Minimum 10 years of systems engineering experience or 7 years with a master's degree, with a focus on requirements development, system design, and IT system integration through critical milestones (SRR/SDR, PDR, CDR, TRR).
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, complete documentation.
Desired Skills
- CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent).
- Experience with Agile development methodologies.
- Knowledge of industry standards/regulations (ISO 15288, IEEE 1220, DO‑178C).
- Experience with DOORS Next (or equivalent requirements management tools).
- Strong scripting/programming abilities (C#, PowerShell).
- Experience with DISA STIGs, IT Management Suite (ITMS), and virtual/converged systems.
- Hands‑on experience configuring and deploying VMware vSphere, VEEAM, GoodSync, and related COTS products.
- Familiarity with Active Directory, Windows Server, VDI, and enterprise storage/backup solutions.
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.
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