Satellite Mission Engr Asc - Early Career
- No experience required
- US citizenship
- TS/SCI clearance
Open in 2 locations
Lockheed Martin posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
New Mexico
1 open- $58,200–$108,200/yr
Virginia
1 open- $65,500–$121,700/yr
Fort Belvoir, VA, United States (opens on this page)
Posted 1w ago
About the job
## Standard Job Description Conducts mission/program specific real time spacecraft/satellite flight operations during readiness, execution and evaluation phases. Develops detailed plans and procedures to provide maximum mission support in areas such as orbit dynamics, satellite performance analysis, command and control of on-orbit satellites.
Provides technical direction for on orbit mission support, plans for critical vehicle malfunctions and recommends alternate operating techniques to continue maximum mission support. Provides failure analysis of the performance of the orbiting satellites via telemetry data. Utilizes system software to accomplish all spacecraft control tasks and recommends improvements. Analyzes and validates software performance.
Performs flight length orbit adjust and daily special event studies. Lockheed Martin Space in White Sands Missile Range, NM, is seeking a full-time Early Career Spacecraft/Satellite Flight Operations TS/SCI. In this role, you may support a 24/7 crew or direct support day staff position within Flight Operations. You must be willing to work rotating shifts to be considered.
We will train you through an extensive education and certification program to utilize your current engineering skills in support of an important customer mission. The successful candidate will build upon their current engineering skills with an extensive education and certification program to enhance your current skills in support of an important customer mission.
Must be a US Citizen and reside within the US or within a US territory; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Ability to obtain TS/SCI w/Poly is required for this role. ## Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, or Mathematics (STEAM) or related area such as Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business, Communication, Education, or related fields. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to support a rotating schedule.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Due to nature of work, candidate should have a willingness to learn and apply critical thinking to obtain and maintain certification/qualification as a majority of training will be On the Job Training (OJT).
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, including US Citizenship. ## Desired Skills Strong problem solving skills. Strong communication skills. Self-initiated learner. Works well in group settings. Experience working with on-orbit spacecraft or satellite flight operations.
Familiarity in one of the following: LINUX, MATLAB, JAVA, C++, PERL, ORACLE/SQL, HTML, or XML. Understanding of software / hardware infrastructure, middleware, and system architectures. ## Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00 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.
From Lockheed Martin's job posting for White Sands Missile Range, NM, United States, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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