Job Description
THE WORK
The Chief Systems Architect (CSA) is responsible for creating the systems architecture to be implemented across all programs at Sikorsky. The CSA is responsible for establishing design consistency across families of products, building the plan to achieve those design goals, and supervising the execution of the plan. Due to the nature of the role and our products, the CSA will have experience with Platform Systems Integration and Product Line Engineering to foster cross-enterprise collaboration and create opportunities for new technology insertion. This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to link systems architecture and the digital thread to drive systems thinking into our programs and products.
The CSA is a functional role reporting to the Director of the Model Based Systems Architecture (MBSA) organization, and is the key focal point for functional, logical, and physical architecture decisions across the Sikorsky portfolio of products. The CSA will drive technology and tool insertion to ensure commonality across programs and maximize reuse where applicable. The CSA must establish and leverage relationships with the Digital Transformation (Dx), 1LMX, and Internal Research and Development (IRAD) efforts to optimize program execution through improved process, tooling, and automation. The CSA is also responsible for shaping program processes and standards related to implementing Open Systems Standards, such as MOSA.
Due to the increasing emphasis on model-based systems engineering (MBSE) required by our customers and Lockheed Martin strategy, the ideal candidate will have experience implementing MBSE for complex systems using Cameo or an equivalent modeling tool.
To lead the development and maintenance of the approved baseline architecture, the CSA is responsible for leading teams of architects and engineers across multiple product market segments to accomplish the following:
- Functional and logical architecture development
- System behavior definition based on operational use cases and mission scenarios
- Trade studies at all product levels
- Design changes when analyses show margins are not met
- Ensure the design satisfies the requirements
- Track technical performance measures
Whether at the program or strategic level, the CSA is responsible to provide guidance and mentoring to engineering staff on system architecture, SE, and MBE to develop the next generation of leaders. Therefore, the ideal candidate must have a demonstrated track record of successful mentorship. The CSA will also be responsible for establishing a skill development roadmap that will prepare new architects to support our growing product portfolio. They will also participate in defining job responsibilities for system architects and participate in interviews for new architect positions.
Please Note: This role requires an active secret clearance. US citizenship required as most programs and projects assigned are ITAR restricted.
Basic Qualifications
• B.S. in an Engineering discipline
• Expert level understanding of Systems Engineering and Systems Architecture with a minimum of 15 years of experience
• Experience with Platform Systems Integration and Product Line Engineering
• Familiarity with various frameworks i.e DODAF,MODAF, UAF, NAF for architecture development
• Experience with various modeling standards/languages such as sysML, UPDM, UAF
• Experience with building architecture models of complex products using Cameo or equivalent MBSE tools
• Experience architecting complex systems consisting of hardware, software, and electrical components
• Ability to lead and create a collaborative environment in a matrixed environment
Desired skills
• Masters in Systems Engineering
• Expert in Platform Systems Integration
• Experience with Earned value management (EVM)
• Certified Architect (LM or other)
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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 $164,300 - $289,800. 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 $189,000 - $327,635. 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.
