Systems Architect - Casual

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Owego, NY

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lockheed Martin Rotary & Mission Systems (RMS) delivers cuttingâedge, missionâcritical solutions to our customers. Our success depends on robust, forwardâlooking system architectures that translate complex mission requirements into integrated, producible products. As a Systems Architect, you will be the technical focal point for defining, developing, and communicating systemâlevel designs that balance performance, technology maturity, and schedule constraints across current and future programs. This part time position as a Mission System Architect who will report to the Rotary Wing Mission Solutions (RWMS) Organization Senior Manager within Mission Systems Integrated Engineering (MSIE) organization This position provides technical support to the existing Missions Systems architecture and technical teams and will be primarily focused on the architecture solutions for the Combat Rescue Helicopter (CRH) Program. This includes advising and supporting engineering professionals in order to satisfy CRH customer requirements and achieve cost, schedule, technical objectives. This position will directly interface with and support the submarket Chief Architect and Chief Engineer, the CRH Tactical Mission Kit (TMK) Architect, and associated technical teams, and the DoD customer as needed in support of the CRH development and new business pursuits, activities, and contracts. Excellent interpersonal skills are required to be successful in this role, given the interfacing activities within Sikorsky, RMS, other Business Areas and Lines of business and the customer. This position directly supports the CRH Program, so familiarity with the Sikorsky CRH Technical solution is required. This position will also require skills to be deployed to other focuses within RWMS and the broader MSIE organization. RMS is a community of innovators driven by integrity, vision, and a commitment to national security. Our engineers, scientists, and program managers collaborate across disciplines to deliver worldâclass aerospace and defense solutions. We foster an environment where technical excellence, mentorship, and continuous learning are core values.

Requirements

Bachelor's (or higher) in Systems Engineering, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
7+â¯years of experience in system architecture or senior systems engineering roles, preferably on complex aerospace/defense programs.
Proven ability to develop endâtoâend system architectures, create interface control documents, and use modeling tools such as SysML, UML, or similar.
Familiarity with technology readiness assessments (TRL) and system integration challenges.
Strong aptitude for translating highâlevel mission requirements into concrete design solutions while balancing maturity, cost, and schedule constraints.
Ability to convey complex architectural concepts clearly to technical and nonâtechnical audiences; experience delivering briefings, whitepapers, and design review materials.
Demonstrated success working in multiâdisciplinary teams, influencing across functional boundaries, and driving consensus.
Comfortable acting as the architectural focal point, guiding junior engineers, and establishing architecture standards.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret (or higher) security clearance.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field
System Architect and/or Chief Engineer experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience building strong customer and teammate relationships
Understanding of mission systems and interfaces
In-depth knowledge of Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky processes and procedures
Ability to travel when required
US Citizen and ability to obtain and hold an active security clearance
Experience with interpreting requirements and perform/assess trades
Experience establishing the requirements and verification baseline
Understanding of Avionics and Modular Open System Architectures (MOSA)

Nice To Haves

Understanding of the Combat Rescue Helicopter (HH-60W CRH) technical solution and architecture
Understanding of Degraded Visual Environment (DVE) systems and technologies
Understanding in Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)
Understanding of Future Vertical Lift requirements