Lead Systems Engineer

Mount Laurel, New Jersey

Mount Laurel, New Jersey

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Job ID: 685510BR Date posted: Apr. 07, 2025

Description:What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin's RMS business in Mount Laurel, NJ, we are working on many exciting defense programs and developing cutting edge products and applications to meet the complex and evolving needs of our customers. A major portion of our work includes writing robust software and firmware applications and doing some very impressive modeling and simulations for these exciting and mission critical programs. We are currently looking to fill roles on the Mission Planner DevSecOps Engineering Team.

The Work

We are seeking experienced Senior Systems Engineers to support multiple Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) programs and participate in all phases of the systems engineering process (system design, requirements development, modeling and simulation and test). The engineer will leverage RMS systems engineering processes and procedures while performing their respective engineering and verification activities.

In this important role, you will collaborate in an Agile environment with other engineering disciplines and program personnel. A desire to learn and adopt emerging technologies and tools will be key to success in this role.

The Core Responsibilities Of This Role Will Be

• Gathering requirements, defining system functionality and developing system requirements
• Developing and executing test plans and procedures
• Troubleshooting, debugging and identifying solutions for system capabilities
• Taking ownership for increasingly difficult tasks, completing them on schedule, documenting results, and leading demonstrations
• Supporting the development and work breakdown of new complex design problems to be implemented in software applications across multiple software versions
  
  

b>Who We Are

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Mount Laurel, NJ is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Why Join Us

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here!

Basic Qualifications

*Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance to be considered for this position*

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineer, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or closely related technical field
• Experience with system design/test, requirements management, or system verification & validation
• Strong customer focus with proven ability to drive complex technical issues/challenges to closure
• Expereince working in a team environment and independently
• Minimum years of 9 years of relevant engineering experience
  
  

Desired Skills

• Master’s degree in Systems Engineer, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or closely related STEM field
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with an Agile framework or Atlassian tools such as Jira or Confluence
• Experience working in a DevSecOps environment
• Intimate experience with engineering tools such as MATLAB, DOORS, Git or Cameo
• Familiarity or interest in Model-Based Systems Engineering solutions
• Experience with Service Oriented or Web-based architectures
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of engineers of multiple disciplines
  
  

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

Clearance Level: 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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: RMS

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, The Possibilities Are Endless Because We Offer

• Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
• Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
• Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
  
  

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Qualifications

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• Collaborative
  
  

There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

• Curious
  
  

The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

• Goal-oriented
  
  

From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

• Proactive
  
  

The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

• Problem Solver
  
  

You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

• Strategic
  
  

You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

• Healthcare
  
  

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

• 401(k)/Retirement Plans
  
  

Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

• Professional Development
  
  

We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

• Maternity and Paternity Leave
  
  

Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

• Paid Time Off
  
  

We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

• Flex-time
  
  

Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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