Lockheed Martin

Field Systems Engineer

Lockheed Martin • $79K — $147K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field with 3 years of relevant experience, or 5+ years of hands-on System Integration experience.
  • Proficient with Linux operating system.
  • Experience in creating or revising technical system documentation.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Office products for daily tasks.
  • Eligible for a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design professionals on groundbreaking projects.
  • Conduct initial software installs of new SQQ-89 Software and support integration.
  • Document and track system issues through the problem report system.
  • Manage and inspect incoming SQQ-89 Hardware, tracking defective units.
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary teams during SQQ-89 and Aegis Test events.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10 schedules).
  • 401(k) match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Parental Leave and Education Assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Life Insurance and Short/Long-Term Disability.
Full Job Description
Standard Job Description

The Field Engineer will be based full time at the VADM James H. Doyle, Jr. Combat System Engineering Development Site (CSEDS) with Travel to our Manassas campus for training and development.

The Work
In this exciting role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading design professionals and contribute to groundbreaking projects. Be a part of the SQQ-89 program Field Engineering Team. Work with our team to develop tools for our Navy customer as we deliver the latest capabilities for the fleets tactical systems. The successful candidate will be flexible, motivated, dedicated, detail-focused, team-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking.
As a key member of our Field Engineering team, you will
• Perform under general supervision to complete milestones associated with specific projects
• Conduct Software initial installs of new SQQ-89 Software, and support integration through SOD
• Ensuring system issues are documented and tracked the problem report system and provide SW maintenance as required
• Manage the incoming SQQ-89 Hardware system, inspect and track defective hardware through the LRU Maintenance and replacement process
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team during SQQ-89 and Aegis Test events.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related technical field and 3 years of relevant work experience OR 5+ years of directly related hands-on System Integration experience on complex systems.
• Proficient with Linux operating system.
• Experience creating or revising technical system documentation.
• Must be able to utilize Microsoft Windows and Office products in support of day to day tasking.
• Qualified candidate must be eligible for a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Must be willing/able for inital travel up to 6 weeks with periodic travel to customer sites.

Desired Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience integrating and software installs.
• Experience with SQQ-89 or Aegis programs and systems.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, with ability to ensure
accurate and reliable test results.

Interview Questions

Acclimation to new team: Describe the last time you joined a new organization. How did you get acclimated? What were the most valuable pieces of information you learned or activities you undertook?

Analytical Ability: Give an example of a time you identified a small problem and took action to fix it before it became a major problem. What were the potential pitfalls you were trying to avoid?

Analytical Ability: Describe a situation in which your analysis of a problem suggested an unconventional solution. What was the analysis you did, and how did you translate your findings into a course of action?

Analytical Ability: Give an example of how you applied knowledge from a previous project (or class in the case of a recent graduate) to a later, perhaps more complex project. Did you recognize you were doing so at the time?

Analytical Ability: Give me a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem. What steps did you take?

Be accountable: Give me an example of a time you went above or beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.

Be accountable: Describe a time you had to deal with a particularly difficult resource management issue regarding people, materials, or assets.

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.

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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Net Income
$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
5 Year Trend
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