Lockheed Martin

Associate Manager Systems Engineering

Lockheed Martin$125K — $217K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or related field.
  • Familiarity with military and industry configuration management standards.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Windows (10/11) and Microsoft Office products.
  • Experience with cybersecurity activities and NIST/RMF Certification & Accreditation.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with professional presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop technical planning, system integration, verification and validation processes.
  • Consult on design and analysis of classified computing systems.
  • Coordinate pre-certification checks and government device certifications.
  • Maintain detailed traceability for customer requirements and configuration control.
  • Deliver metrics and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) matching contributions.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Education Assistance for skill development.
  • Paid time off, including holidays and parental leave.
Full Job Description
Job Description

THE WORK
The Associate Manager Systems Engineering is a multi-discipline role and reports directly to the C-130J MATS TSSC Engineering Manager. Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for fielded Aircrew and Maintenance Training Devices. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

Consult on the design, development, integration, and analysis of classified computing systems with the programs and information systems security manager (ISSM). Assist with self-inspection reviews. Assist in conducting comprehensive investigation of computer security incidents, coordinating with other organizations for expertise.

Performs/analyzes pre-certification checks and supports all government Aircrew & Maintenance Training Device Certifications. Performs testing/recheck on all device discrepancies, and coordinates & performs the QA testing of Design Changes prior to Government acceptance. Point Of Contact for engineers, Configuration Management and the Government customer for DC resolution.

Ensures proper application of Design Changes (DC) in order to sustain a standardized fleet of devices. Maintains traceability to customer requirements, and configuration/version control for all products. Analyzes system configuration to determine applicability of DCs. Coordinates with Engineering to develop tailored, compatible training loads on a quarterly basis for each site/device. Delivers/installs software upgrades, facilitates testing and customer acceptance. Maintains and installs current, standardized Visual and Radar Databases across entire fleet of ATDs.

Develops/delivers metrics to management and customers in order to support data-driven decisions. Develops/implements processes across the enterprise focusing on synergy, efficiency, and effectiveness. Tracks CDRL deadlines. Coordinates with responsible managers for timely delivery. Ensures proper documentation, and posting to proper repositories. Coordinates customer comments as necessary and rectifies deficiencies when needed.

Support Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) Operations to include pre site plans, delivery, and sustainment.

Professional presentation skills, written communications and excellent computer skills required. Candidate must be familiar with Microsoft, Linux operating Systems as well standard Microsoft and Adobe applications, be a self-starter, a disciplined worker and have a professional reputation for integrity. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

In this role you will:
• Develop & execute strategic roadmap aligned with program goals.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain high performing talent, conduct performance reviews.
• Own end to end delivery; apply Lean/Agile for operational excellence.
• Manage budget, forecasting, and cost control.
• Serve as primary liaison to internal/external stakeholders; communicate risks & opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with regulations; mitigate operational risks.
• Champion innovation: provide technical guidance where needed.
• Deliver performance dashboards and executive briefings.

Basic Qualifications
• Ability to develop documentation, instructions, and presentations required.
• Should be familiar with military and industry configuration management standards.
• Must work well independently and in-group settings.
• Must be capable of attaining a SECRET clearance.
• Microsoft Windows 10/11 experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Products.
• International and Domestic travel is required.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain the minimum certification requirements as directed in DoD Directive 8570.01M to an IAM level 1, i.e. Comptia's Security+ certification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting Cybersecurity activities as a Cybersecurity Engineer, Systems Administrator or Information Systems Engineer and be familiar with the NIST and RMF Certification & Accreditation.
• Must be familiar with Hardening & Mitigation Processes as well as implementation of the Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) as well as other industry security best practices.
• Excellent Information Technology and computer skills with a broad technical background having sound knowledge in routing, switching and other networking components.
• Can Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation.

Desired skills
• Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) Experience
• Extensive experience with: Nessus Security Center, McAfee EPO, eSTIG, etc.
• Understanding of database management and backups.
SQL and Transact SQL (T-SQL) query writing, execution, and tuning.
Crystal Reports and/or MS SQL Server Reporting Services.
• Knowledge of the NIST Risk Management Framework
• Working knowledge of Configuration Management software desired.
• Familiarity with C-130J simulator systems preferred.
• Understanding of networking concepts and cybersecurity related tools to include, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), and vulnerability scanners.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, required and Visio desired.
• Knowledge of tracking software such as Jira, and source code/version control management in GitHub operations desired.
• Ability to develop software scripts for Windows/Unix environments.
• Languages could consist of Unix Shell Script, Linux, MS Visual Basic, MS Visual C++ and others.
• System Security Plan Development.
• Other relevant IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, Linux).
• Networking or System Administration experience.
• COMSEC knowledge
• Experience working in a simulator environment.
• Current DoD Security Clearance.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

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 $109,200 - $192,510. 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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $125,600 - $217,695. 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.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

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