Ground Systems Engineer - E2

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At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we''re taking

innovation to the next level. From designing the

most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft

that defies gravity, our engineers live on the

cutting edge of technology. Never have the

opportunities for a technical career been so

limitless.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company, home of

the world-renowned Skunk Works, turns

visionary aircraft into reality and is known for

building the finest military aircraft in the world.

This recognition is continually earned through

our commitment to relentless research and

development of high-performance aircraft,

continuously seeking innovative, low-cost design

and manufacturing strategies, and delivering

operational readiness for our customers''

missions to ensure continued relevancy for the

life cycle of our products.

The Skunk Works (Lockheed Martin Advanced

Development Program) is looking for world class

talent in GROUND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING to be a

part of a team that will carry on our tradition

making history in advanced aircraft

development.

As a Ground Systems Engineer (GSE) you will provide

technical services and guidance on installation, upgrades, maintenance, configuration management and mission operations of

Unmanned Air System (UAS) Ground Control Stations (GCS). Provide expertise for resolving technical problems, troubleshoots products and modifies them to customer requirements. Provides training to customers. The candidate will be an integral member of a technical team responsible for overseeing a complex mission system during operations and will be able to confer with a broader engineering team regarding anomalies in system operation.

As part of the team, the selected candidate will

help design, develop, integrate and test a variety

of mission system equipment onto airborne

platforms. The candidate will be expected to

performs hands-on activities by building and

installing electrical and mechanical components

including cable assemblies, computer systems

and voice/data communication devices. The

candidate will organize and manage multiple

prototype development areas. The candidate will

use special test equipment for verification of

system functionality.

Actively contribute in the team developing

several systems including System Integration

Labs, Deployable Shelters, and Fixed Facilities in

support of various projects. Work effectively with

members for the Hardware Engineering,

Platform Engineering, Software Engineering, and

Integration/Test teams to develop a flexible test

facility capable of supporting both development

and test efforts. leading maintenance, upgrade,

and build-up efforts on legacy and new systems,

on or ahead of schedule, within proposed

budgets. Support the Hardware Engineering

Lead when on travel, ensuring local efforts stay

coordinated and problems get resolved as they

arise. Actively contribute as part the Hardware

Engineering team, developing systems including

System Integration Labs (SILs), Deployable

Systems, and Fixed Facility systems across

several projects.

What's In It For You

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in STEM or related field (preferably Electrical Engineering) OR appropriate, equivalent and applicable Ground System Engineer/ Admin/IT experience from desired skills below in lieu of degree.

Security+ Certification

DOD Top Secret Clearance

Desired Skills

Desired Skills

Knowledge/experience in UAV Technology

Knowledge/experience with Cisco, Juniper, Linux or RHEL, Windows, Windows Server, ESXi, networking.

Knowledge/experience in Network Administration computer system administration with experience in troubleshooting networks and computers

Knowledge/experience in Aircraft modification and avionic integration

Technical report writing

Experience operating/maintaining support equipment

Knowledge/experience with integrated logistics support

Knowledge/experience Linux/Unix administration

Must be willing to work any shift to support customer and test needs

Extended travel is highly preferred 50% or more.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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.