Lockheed Martin

Senior Staff Mechanical Systems Integration Engineer

Lockheed Martin$145K — $269K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in missile or space segment architecture
  • Proficient in Creo CAD modeling and mechanical design interpretation
  • Familiar with Systems Engineering and mission assurance fundamentals
  • Technical leadership experience with a record of driving issues to resolution
  • Expertise in Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning
  • Experience with mechanical analysis tools like MathCAD
  • Ability to obtain a DOD SECRET Security Clearance

Responsibilities

  • Serve as integration lead for Mechanical subsystems
  • Define and analyze mechanical system interfaces
  • Support requirements decomposition with the Requirements team
  • Drive closure on anomaly investigations
  • Conduct Trade Study options analysis for mechanical systems
  • Review technical data and documents to provide feedback
  • Support hardware integration and test planning, enhancing efficiencies

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible work arrangements including 4x10 schedules
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off and Holidays
  • Parental Leave and Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Education Assistance and Life Insurance
Full Job Description
Lockheed Martin is designing, developing, and delivering a next-gen wideband MILSATCOM system comprised of integrated space and ground segments that will provide enhanced communications capacity, flexibility and resiliency. This position will be a key member of the Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) team in support of the final design, development, production, integration, test, and delivery of this critical capability focused on Mechanical Systems Integration. In this role you will: - Serve as an integration lead for different Mechanical subsystems - Lead the definition of mechanical system interfaces - Support the requirement decomposition and allocation process with the Requirements team - Drive anomaly investigations to closure - Lead the definition, analysis, and recommendation of Trade Study options related to the mechanical systems - Perform data and document reviews and provide feedback for technical and program documentation - Support systems/hardware integration, test planning and execution and find opportunities for build flow and test efficiencies This position is contingent on program award, expected in 3Q 2026. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. The information below includes the standard job description for this position Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. 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. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT. Basic Qualifications • Missile or space segment architecture, design, assembly, integration, and test experience from component through system level with one or more subsystems or disciplines outside of Systems Engineering • Spacecraft integration expertise in multiple spacecraft subsystems • Experience in technical leadership role and driving issues/challenges to closure • Familiarity with Systems Engineering and mission assurance fundamentals necessary for delivering the highest reliability space systems • Skilled in Creo CAD modeling and CAD control with experience reading/interpreting mechanical detail design drawings • Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning expertise • Experience with mechanical analysis and analytic tools (Creo, CreoView, MathCAD, etc.) • Ability to obtain a DOD SECRET Security Clearance. Thus US Citizenship is required Desired Skills • Bachelor's degree in engineering, a technical discipline, or a closely related field • Prior experience as spacecraft or mechanical subsystem/component CPE • 12+ years' engineering experience- Systems Engineering experience in one or more Systems Integration functions including: a.) System trade studies methodology and/or System modeling b.) Requirements and Interface Control Document (ICD) development c.) System Integration, Test and/or Verification d.) Test planning and execution with an understanding of all the interdependencies e.) Design reviews • Ability to evaluate data from spacecraft subsystem providers (e.g. bus, payload) and demonstrate compatibility, assess requirements compliance, identify and resolve risks, and implement opportunities for improved solutions vs. system requirements • Ability to absorb technical detail and logically formulate solutions for execution on constrained timelines • Experience ensuring the physical compatibility of hardware products throughout the full lifecycle of the program • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering concepts in DOORS and Cameo • Demonstrated ability to work in self-directed manner, work independently, and leverage best practices • Recognized as an authority in systems thinking techniques with the demonstrated ability to apply them to a wide range of complex problems and train others in their application • Demonstrated behaviors of a systems problem solver; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve very sophisticated problems and implement constructive change • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex design information, technical decisions and issues to an audience with varied technical backgrounds • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build solid relationships with team members • Active secret clearance • Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice # Space NSS Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00 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.

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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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1995
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