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Systems Engineer Senior Staff (Sunnyvale, CA)

Lockheed Martin

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Top Secret
$128,400 - $226,435
Unspecified
IT - Software
Sunnyvale, CA (On-Site/Office)

Job Number 711275BR

Description:The coolest jobs on this planet... or any other... are with Lockheed Martin Space

OVERVIEW:

At the dawn of a new space age, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds' hardest engineering problems. Our culture encourages employees to dream big, perform with excellence and create incredible products. We provide the resources, inspiration and focus and if you have the passion and courage to dream big, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Going to space is just the beginning. It's what you do when you get there that matters. Lockheed Martin builds the satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for government and commercial customers. Connecting people. Advancing discovery. And protecting what matters most. Lockheed Martin-built satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide.

As we look to the future, we're driving innovations to help our customers do even more in orbit. That's why we're crafting smarter satellites that operate like smartphones in the sky, with apps that can be updated in orbit so they can adapt as mission needs on the ground change. Your mission is ours. And as that mission evolves, we'll be ready. Will you?

Every day, our 115,000 employees come to work with one focus - our customers' missions. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

Lockheed Martin. Your Mission is Ours.

What does this role look like?

Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) provides the advanced Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) waveform, giving warfighters 10 times the communications capacity of the legacy UHF SATCOM system. This position will be part of the MUOS SLE SEIT Team! You will be a part of driving a fast pace, Firm Fixed Price program with an established highly energetic and high performing team.

Day‑to‑day activities in a Firm‑Fixed‑Price (FFP) mindset:

• Scope & Requirements Management: Continuously verify that all work stays within the agreed‑upon scope and that any changes are formally processed through a change‑order mechanism.

• Cost & Schedule Monitoring: Track actual costs and progress against the fixed price and baseline schedule, flagging any variances early to mitigate overruns.

• Risk Identification & Mitigation: Proactively identify potential risks (e.g., technical, supply‑chain, resource) and implement mitigation plans to keep the project on‑budget.

• Performance Reporting: Produce concise status reports that focus on deliverable completion, cost burn‑rate, and any scope‑change impacts for both internal leadership and the customer.

• Stakeholder Coordination: Align internal teams (engineering, procurement, finance) and external partners to ensure all parties understand the fixed‑price constraints and collaborate efficiently to meet milestones.

Additional Information

- This position is based in Sunnyvale, CA.

- To be considered, applicants must be U.S. citizens and hold an active Secret clearance.

- Successful candidates will have 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.

- This position is contingent upon contract award to Lockheed Martin. Estimated award date is currently February 2026. Any job offers extended to chosen candidates will include a contingency clause stating that the offer is dependent on Lockheed Martin securing the contract.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline

• Hands‑on experience with end‑to‑end systems engineering processes (You've led or contributed to full‑lifecycle activities-requirements capture, design, integration, verification, and technical reviews-ensuring solutions meet mission goals.)

• Proven track record of customer interaction and technical presentations

• Proficiency with modern requirements‑management and model‑based tools (IBM DOORS, Cameo Systems Modeler)

• Active Secret clearance (with eligibility for Top‑Secret) and U.S. citizenship
Desired Skills:
• Demonstrated mastery of systems‑thinking methods used to untangle complex, cross‑disciplinary challenges, and a proven ability to coach teammates in applying these techniques.

• Direct involvement in designing and testing space‑segment hardware, with practical work on one or more subsystems beyond core Systems Engineering (e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Structures, Thermal, etc.).

• Regularly lead and present at program reviews, technical reviews, and engineering board meetings, delivering clear status updates, risk assessments, and solution recommendations.

• Solid understanding of FFP contract mechanics, cost‑to‑price analysis, and risk‑management strategies that drive profitable, schedule‑predictable delivery.

• Experience with configuration‑management processes and tools, and a history of working on projects that achieved Space‑Certified status.

• Background in designing, or sustaining communication subsystems (e.g., RF, optical, data‑link), ensuring reliable link performance for space missions.

• In‑depth knowledge of LM's established design‑process framework and design‑assurance principles, enabling rapid alignment with internal standards and best practices.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret
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 $128,400 - $226,435. 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 $147,700 - $255,990. 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 Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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The F-35, PAC-3, and the GOES weather satellite... What do all of these technologies have in common, you might ask? Talented people, plus a company culture that isn't afraid to get things done. At Lockheed Martin, you'll be able to solve a broad range of issues, covering everything from national security to environmental protection, supported not only by our extensive resources but also a long legacy of getting things done. We apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. We help employees experience a mission that matters through: Mission-Focused Innovation; Foundational Values; Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work; Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life; and Empowered to Be Your Best. Join us at Lockheed Martin. Your mission is ours.
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