Lockheed Martin

Senior Systems Safety Engineer

Lockheed Martin$85K — $158K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline
  • 3+ years of experience in system safety engineering, systems engineering, or a related field
  • Proficient with MS Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
  • Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position
  • Experience with radar/sonar development and/or electrical hardware design

Responsibilities

  • Provide analysis and design support for system safety programs
  • Conduct requirements analysis, interface analysis, and operational analysis
  • Perform system safety testing and verification
  • Collaborate with senior safety engineers to integrate safety into products
  • Contribute to improving and evolving system safety processes and methodologies

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
  • Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10 schedules)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Education Assistance and Life Insurance programs
Full Job Description
Standard Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING
An Engineer working in the System Safety Engineering group will contribute to a wide variety of projects based on our business needs. The role involves working as an independent contributor alongside team leadership to perform Systems Safety Engineering tasks in support of project objectives. As a System Safety Engineer, you will be part of a team of experienced safety and specialty engineers working on various missile launching system programs. Your primary responsibility will be to contribute to analysis and design support efforts for all aspects of the system safety programs, ensuring that safety is integrated into the hardware and software of these products.

Key Responsibilities:
-Analysis and design support for system safety programs.
-Requirements analysis, interface analysis, and operations analysis.
-System safety test and verification.
-Collaboration with senior safety engineers to ensure safety is crafted into products

Guidance and Development:
-Direct guidance from senior safety engineers familiar with the product line
-Opportunity to grow skills and understanding of System Safety Engineering
-Contribution to improving and evolving the System Safety process and methodology

Overall: This role offers a chance to work on critical system safety programs, develop valuable skills, and contribute to the development of safe and reliable missile launching systems. With guidance from experienced senior safety engineers, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact on the safety of these products.

WHO YOU ARE
The ideal candidate for this position should:
-Should be capable of working in a team-oriented, fast paced environment, supporting multiple projects and proposals.
-Possess proven communication, team building, and project management skills.
-Strong technical experience, planning, and organizational skills.

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.

Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or equivalent technical discipline
- 3+ year of experience in system safety engineering, systems engineering, software engineering, or related field
- Proficient with MS Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project

- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Desired Skills

- Experience with radar/sonar development, and/or electrical hardware design
- Experience with Requirements and Model Based Engineering tools (i.e. DOORS, CAMEO)
- Experience in software development tools and methodologies (i.e. Agile, JIRA)
- Familiarity with MIL-STD-882E and other relevant industry safety standards
- Experience with military/DoD customers

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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.

Lockheed Martin Careers

Joining Lockheed Martin provides more than just a job opportunity; it offers a platform to be part of a leading team dedicated to advancing global security and aerospace innovation. As a cornerstone of technological prowess, Lockheed Martin invites you to contribute to a legacy of impactful achievements in defense and technology.

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Lockheed Martin is committed to the professional growth of every team member. We offer unparalleled career advancement opportunities including professional development, leadership programs, and continuous learning through our Lockheed Martin University. Whether you are looking to advance your skills in engineering, project management, or AI, Lockheed Martin is equipped to take your career to the next level.

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We believe that diversity drives innovation. Lockheed Martin fosters an inclusive culture that embraces diversity in thoughts and experiences. Through diversity training and networking, we ensure that every employee can thrive. Our leadership is committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone is heard, respected, and valued.

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Kickstart your career with Lockheed Martin’s internship programs. These opportunities allow you to apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects, gaining invaluable industry experience. Internships often lead to full-time positions, as we love to see young professionals grow into future leaders within our company.

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$6.8 billion
Founded
1995
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