Systems Engineer III (Senior) - Secret clearance
- TS/SCI clearance
- Top Secret clearance
- Secret clearance
About the job
## About Lockheed Martin Space Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world.
We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. ## About the Role Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Space Systems Test and Verification Engineer to support the ESS GRIFFON program, focusing on the integration and test of the Space to Ground Segment for a satellite communications (SATCOM) system.
The ideal candidate will have a background in Systems Engineering, with a focus on designing, developing, and executing system integration tests. ## As the System Test and Verification Engineer, your roles will be - Perform as a Test Engineer responsible for execution of test procedures during testing - Review, evaluate and have an understanding of test requirements - Develop, prepare and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules supporting production and development programs - Have an understanding of and support lower-level checkouts that build up to system level demonstrations - Perform integration studies, tasks, and implementation - Support System Engineering in the development and verification of System and Segment requirements - Perform data review and data reduction, and generate final test reports - Document test anomalies found during test execution and lead troubleshooting, to identify root cause and corrective actions to resolve technical issues, and develop re-test procedures, as needed - Prepare Test Readiness Review and Test Exit Review presentation packages - Identify and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives - Have an understanding of and perform job duties using the principles and disciplines of Test Engineering including procedures, process discipline and command media Successful applicants generally have at least 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in Engineering or related STEM degree (e.g., (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Systems, or related field) The information below reflects the standard job description for this position: Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analysis for total systems.
Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. ## Skill Requirements - Demonstrated experience in the areas of Systems Engineering, Integration, and/or Test - Understanding of system testing principles, methodologies, and techniques; including test planning, execution, and reporting - Experience in agile development process, roles, and rhythms (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) - Experience with MBSE Tools (e.g CAMEO) with knowledge of system test concepts Security Clearance / Work Authorization - To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S.
Citizen. - Active Secret security clearance is required for consideration and is the minimum level of clearance required to start employment. - Although not required to start, the selected applicant must be eligible to obtain, and maintain, Top Secret with adjudicated SCI Eligibility (i.e.
TS/SCI) for long term employment on this program ## Desired Skills - 5+ years of experience performing Systems Engineering and integration activities in the aerospace industry, with a focus on ground segments or satellite communications systems - Experience with test automation frameworks and tools - Experience as part of a larger system focused technical team, with knowledge of the space to ground segment interface - Demonstrated ability to work with multiple engineering fields to develop MBSE products, test plans and procedures - Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills - Active Top Secret security clearance ## Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $106600.00 - $198000.00 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, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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