Systems Engineering Lead/Manager

Lockheed Martin•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

WHAT WE’RE DOING Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to think big, innovate, perform with excellence, and build incredible products? If you have the passion, drive, and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Come and join our team! Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems’ Enterprise Mission Command & Control (EMC2) team is looking for a proven and experienced technical leader to support the CommandIQ Product Line as the Lead Systems Engineer and functional manager. CommandIQ's vision is to provide Command & Control and Missile Defense Battle Management capabilities – driving the evolution of joint multi-domain mission integration through advanced, agile, and interoperable C2 solutions. THE WORK In this important role, you will be: Defining and owning the SEIT strategy, test architecture, and execution plans Providing technical leadership and overall management for the system's engineering, integration, and test activities of the product line’s complex system‑of‑systems Executing the systems and software design and integrating solutions Ensuring the right engineering rigor and processes are implemented and adhered to Driving cross-IPT technical coordination and lead technical business rhythm Leading the development of the Systems Engineering artifacts to include: requirements, architecture, test cases, and verification approaches/plans Integrating solutions from multiple funding sources to build a coherent product line Interfacing with program management, customers, and certification authorities to obtain test approvals and resolve issues. The first line leader for a multidisciplinary team of 15-18 employees supporting the CommandIQ Product Line Responsible for the career development, training, performance assessments, and staffing analysis for your team WHO WE ARE 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. On this team, you will collaborate with a diverse team of technical professionals including software developers, systems engineers, and integration and test engineers, in addition to cross functional leaders and stakeholders across the business and industry. You will work with cross-functional team in a highly dynamic mission-focused environment. WHO YOU ARE An experienced systems engineer who possess a strong systems’ engineering background across the entire system lifecycle A proven leader with experience in release/agile development, systems engineering, and software development Passionate about employee and team career development An individual who is committed to delivering high quality, cutting edge technology to be used by our customers and allies across the country and world. An experienced leader in interfacing and briefing customers, stakeholders, and leadership WHY JOIN US Joining our team offers you the opportunity to support a join a company and a team where your contributions are valued and you can develop your skills and expertise. Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren't focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we're happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life both in and outside of work, along with competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package. #RMSMIC2

Requirements

10+ years of progressive experience in systems engineering, integration, and test of aerospace or defense systems.
5+ years in a lead or principal role overseeing large‑scale I&T or Command and Control (C2) campaigns/programs
Demonstrated experience with MBSE Jazz Environment tool suite (DOORS Next, Engineering Test Management, Rhapsody, or equivalent)
Experience in systems engineering processes and system integration functions to include requirements management, architecture development, system integration, test, and verification
Strong communication, stakeholder‑engagement, and risk‑management abilities.
Extensive experience leading teams in generation of technical data products
Understanding of DevSecOps Practices inclusive of Agile Product Development leveraging Scrum & Kanban
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required
Ability to be onsite in Colorado Springs >50%
Ability to be onsite in Colorado Springs >50%
An experienced systems engineer who possess a strong systems’ engineering background across the entire system lifecycle
A proven leader with experience in release/agile development, systems engineering, and software development
Passionate about employee and team career development
An individual who is committed to delivering high quality, cutting edge technology to be used by our customers and allies across the country and world.
An experienced leader in interfacing and briefing customers, stakeholders, and leadership

Nice To Haves

Experience in IAMD or C2 Systems/Programs
Experience working on both domestic and international programs
Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing the critical skills of others
Prior experience as a functional leader or SE Lead
Demonstrated digital transformation or 1LMX experience.
Knowledge of MIL‑STD‑1521 and DO‑254/ARP4754 processes.
Experience with model‑based testing, hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL), software‑in‑the‑loop (SIL), and flight test operations.
Capture Experience including authoring proposals, developing BOEs, and developing strategies and technical solutions
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) certification.
Master’s degree (preferred) in Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

Defining and owning the SEIT strategy, test architecture, and execution plans
Providing technical leadership and overall management for the system's engineering, integration, and test activities of the product line’s complex system‑of‑systems
Executing the systems and software design and integrating solutions
Ensuring the right engineering rigor and processes are implemented and adhered to
Driving cross-IPT technical coordination and lead technical business rhythm
Leading the development of the Systems Engineering artifacts to include: requirements, architecture, test cases, and verification approaches/plans
Integrating solutions from multiple funding sources to build a coherent product line
Interfacing with program management, customers, and certification authorities to obtain test approvals and resolve issues.
The first line leader for a multidisciplinary team of 15-18 employees supporting the CommandIQ Product Line
Responsible for the career development, training, performance assessments, and staffing analysis for your team