Systems Engineer Manager - ADP Systems I&T

Lockheed Martin•Fort Worth, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Systems Engineer Manager - ADP Systems I&T for the ADP Systems Integration and Test Team which is responsible for delivering integrated, high‑performance system capabilities across the portfolio. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Manager - ADP Systems I&T you will be responsible for leading a high‑impact engineering organization that drives technical road‑maps, integration plans, and anomaly resolution across multiple domains. Your responsibilities will include: Recruit, develop, and mentor a top‑tier Capability Integration Strategy (CIS) team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. Define and manage the technical roadmap and integrated JIRA backlog, ensuring traceability from strategy to execution. Create and execute functional integration plans and test‑thread frameworks to validate capabilities across segments and operational scenarios. Govern capability release processes and lead end‑to‑end anomaly resolution, guaranteeing compliance with technical and quality standards. Design and implement data‑driven metrics to monitor engineering execution and product performance. What’s In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Who You Are You are a collaborative technical leader with deep systems‑engineering expertise and a proven track record of managing cross‑functional road‑maps and release processes. Your strategic vision, strong communication skills, and ability to inspire teams set you apart and make this role a catalyst for mission success. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Requirements

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Bachelor’s or master’s in STEM degree (Systems Engineering or Computer Science preferred).
8+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, Technical Program Management, or a related discipline in an Agile/DevSecOps development environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and the application of Agile principles within a systems engineering framework.
Ability to decompose complex customer requirement into actionable features and stories for development teams, ensuring traceability and alignment with overall system requirements.
Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools (e.g., SysML) to visualize system architecture, define interfaces, and maintain requirements traceability throughout iterative development cycles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, analyze, and resolve complex system issues, performance bottlenecks, and integration challenges within a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge of the full system life cycle (requirements analysis, design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment) and how to adapt traditional engineering processes to an iterative, continuous improvement model.
Experience defining and documenting system requirements, use cases, and acceptance criteria in collaboration with stakeholders and development teams.
Technical proficiency in relevant domains such as software development, network configuration, and hardware/software integration environments.
Technical Writing: Authored and edited comprehensive technical documentation.
Expertise in simplifying complex technical information for diverse audiences.
Presentation & Public Speaking: Expert in developing and delivering high-impact PowerPoint presentations and public speeches to stakeholders and large audiences.
Project Management & Coordination: Managed and coordinated cross-functional project teams to ensure project milestones were achieved on time and within budget.
Planning & Scheduling: Developed comprehensive project plans and schedules, allocating resources effectively and tracking progress to ensure timely delivery.
Data & Analytics: Proficient in data analysis, data architecture, and data presentation, leveraging various tools to drive informed decision-making and optimize project outcomes.
Leadership & Accountability: Established clear performance expectations and ensured accountability across teams, fostering a results-driven environment and providing constructive feedback for performance improvement.
Interpersonal/People Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
Microsoft Office Suite: Expert proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint for documentation, analysis, and presentations.
Project Management Software: Expert user of Microsoft Project and/or Open Plan for detailed scheduling, tracking, and resource management.
Database Tools: Sufficient in various tools for database management, data analysis, and data architecture/modeling. (SQL, Python, Jira, Confluence, Tableau, Teamcenter, Xcelerator, etc.).

Responsibilities

Recruit, develop, and mentor a top‑tier Capability Integration Strategy (CIS) team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Define and manage the technical roadmap and integrated JIRA backlog, ensuring traceability from strategy to execution.
Create and execute functional integration plans and test‑thread frameworks to validate capabilities across segments and operational scenarios.
Govern capability release processes and lead end‑to‑end anomaly resolution, guaranteeing compliance with technical and quality standards.
Design and implement data‑driven metrics to monitor engineering execution and product performance.