Systems Engineer Stf - E4

Standard Job Description

You will be the Systems Engineer Staff (Level 4) Hardware Team Member - Skunk Works - for the Advanced Communications & Data Links Roadmap team which is responsible for shaping, crafting, and maturing the future architecture and capabilities related to communications and data links. As a hardware team member you will be responsible for translating high‑level mission needs into detailed system and software requirements, guiding architecture development, and acting as a technical SME for the roadmap.

What's In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

A collaborative systems‑engineering professional with extensive experience in communications architecture, strong analytical skills, and a proactive attitude. You thrive in fast‑growing environments, communicate clearly, manage time effectively, and prioritize team success.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• Professional Hardware Design Experience
• Proven history of architecting complex digital hardware
• Demonstrated experience leading a technical team

Desired Skills

• Ability to design and develop Mission Systems (MS) hardware subsystems
• Experience with Electronics design, assembly, and checkout
• Demonstrated experience working through all phases of hardware development including platform integration/adoption
• Experience with managing supplier requirements and tracking supplier execution
• Ability to work with different engineering disciplines (software, systems, RF, networking, reliability, cybersecurity, etc.) to derive and decompose requirements
• Experience with Safety Critical system design characteristics
• Experience with VITA OpenVPX Family of Standards and/or SOSA Technical Standard
• Experience with Gigahertz microprocessors, FPGAs, DDR4 memory, flash memory, and high-density interconnect technologies.
• Familiarity with RF system design, including components, such as amplifiers, filters, and antennas
• Knowledge of the proposal process
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering Tools (Rhapsody, MagicDraw, Cameo Systems Modeler, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Pay Information

GeoZone Definition: GeoZones are geographic groupings created by Lockheed Martin to align compensation ranges with regional labor markets and cost-of-labor differences across the United States. Locations are assigned a Geo Zone based on the primary work location of the role.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 1): $131100.00 - $243500.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Sunnyvale CA; Pal Alto, CA; New York City metropolitan area; Newark, New Jersey; etc.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 2): $118000.00 - $219100.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Denver, CO; King of Prussia, PA; Stratford, CT; Moorestown, NJ; etc.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 3): $104900.00 - $194700.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Grand Prairie, TX; Marietta, GA; etc.

• Full-time salary range (GEOZONE 4): $94400.00 - $175200.00

• Includes metropolitan areas such as Camden, AR; Lexington, KY; Ocala, FL; Lufkin, TX; etc.

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.