Systems Engineer Manager

Lockheed Martin•Mount Laurel, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Within the Multi-Domain Combat Systems Integrated Engineering (MDCS IE) – Weapon Products organization, we design and sustain advanced capabilities for the Aegis Weapon System. Our teams support both legacy in-service baselines and the modernization of Aegis Common Source Library (CSL) capabilities—ensuring mission readiness today while advancing future combat system performance. We are seeking a First-Line Manager (FLM) to lead the Weapon Systems Design group and drive excellence across engineering execution, program performance, and team development. The Work As the First-Line Manager for Weapon Systems Design, you will have full leadership accountability for the design and execution of Aegis Weapon System (AWS) capabilities and associated Weapon Control System (WCS) software components across CSL and legacy baselines. You will lead a team of approximately 20-25 systems engineers supporting complex systems engineering and integration activities. This role blends deep technical oversight with program execution discipline and people leadership. Who You Are You are a technical leader who understands both systems engineering depth and program execution discipline. You are comfortable operating across requirements development, detailed design, integration, and test—and equally comfortable leading teams and driving performance. You bring clarity to complex programs, balance cost and schedule constraints with engineering integrity, and build high-performing teams through coaching, feedback, and thoughtful staffing decisions. You understand that strong leadership means accountability—for the product, the program, and the people. Who We Are Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Moorestown, NJ is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Why Join Us Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here!

Requirements

BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or equivalent
Minimum 8 years systems engineering experience
Technical lead or technical project leadership experience
Proven experience and performance in weapon system development, design, analysis, integration and test
Ability to obtain & maintain a U.S. DoD clearance at the SECRET level - U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

M.S. degree in Engineering, Mathematics or other Physical Sciences
Understanding of Domestic and International Aegis Combat Systems and Aegis Weapon System, specifically Anti-Air Warfare (AAW) and Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) and Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) mission areas
Understanding of Aegis Weapon System Computer Program Development Process, Common Source Library (CSL) architecture approach and Agile development process. In-depth understanding of Weapons Control System (WCS) Element and Weapons Sensor Data Services Product Area in particular Tracker, Sensor Resource Broker and Track Number Services
Understanding of system (A-spec), element (B1 Spec) and computer program (B5 Spec) requirements development, tactical computer program and simulation detailed design (algorithms), tactical computer program and simulation implementation (software design and code development) and system (At-Sea Testing, Waterfront Testing, MEIT) and element (ET&E Testing, Regression Testing, TOR/CPCR evaluation and checkout) integration & testing
Software engineering experience, including C++, Python, and Matlab
Experience in Earned Value Management and cost estimation (ROMs, BOEs) Strong customer focus with a proven record of outstanding customer satisfaction.
Planning and organizational skills
Communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Oversee systems engineering activities supporting both in-service (legacy) and CSL baselines.
Lead requirements development efforts, including: Aegis Weapon System (AWS) A-spec development Weapon Control System (WCS) B1 specification and WCS Computer Program B5 specification development Interface Design Specification (IDS) development
Provide oversight of WCS simulation and tactical computer program design and implementation, including: Algorithm development Software design and coding
Oversee system and WCS Integration & Test activities, including: Multi-Element Integration & Test (MEIT) Engineering Test & Evaluation (ET&E) Element Regression and Recovery & Reconfiguration (R&R) Computer Program Change Request (CPCR) verification, validation, and checkout Waterfront and At-Sea testing
Ensure cost estimates are accurate and proposals, ROMs, and statements of work are developed and maintained in a timely manner.
Ensure work scope is accurately represented in GRID and reflected properly in the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
Oversee EVMS tracking, ensuring variances are meaningful, documented, and addressed.
Ensure employees complete required training and maintain compliance with program and organizational standards.