Systems Engineering Mgr
- US citizenship
- Top Secret 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.
Alabama
1 open- $129,000–$239,600/yr
Huntsville, AL (opens on this page)
Posted 1mo ago
Colorado
1 open- $145,100–$269,500/yr
About the job
## Standard Job Description The coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin Space. Defending against modern day missile threats requires constant collaboration and innovation. That’s why we’re able to integrate from end to end so you can detect, control and engage the full spectrum of missile threats across every domain.
It’s why we’re investing in ground-breaking technology like directed energy, space-based capabilities and solid state-radar. To create layers of defense that help keep us all safe.
The Lockheed Martin Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) team is seeking an experienced Performance Analysis Engineer to be part of a team developing missile defense technology that could forever change our ability to deter and respond to adversity. As the Performance Analysis Manager on the NGI program you will be part of the Systems Engineering leadership team.
In this role, you will: - Lead the definition of missile defense scenarios - Execute medium or high-fidelity digital system simulation tools - Execute and analyze performance with component stand-alone simulation tools - Create, update, and execute scripts to process data output - Lead the analysis of weapon system performance data for current or future capabilities - Analyze and provide recommendations to models and key system algorithms - Perform flight test pre- and post-mission analysis - Provide analysis recommendations to system level design reviews - Work across the organization and customer/user community to ensure consensus and understanding of system performance and trades - Document and brief analysis results to leadership/customer ## Basic Qualifications - Previous technical leadership in system analysis or flight sciences roles on missile development or space hardware programs - Previous responsibility for cost, schedule, and technical contract scope on a missile or space hardware development program - Experience leading technical teams through major system design reviews - Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance; US citizenship is required ## Desired Skills - Previous experience in requirements development and weapon system design for missile development program or similar. - Previous experience in leading system analysis efforts including finite element, thermal, separation dynamics, system behavioral modeling, aerodynamic, or similar. - Deep knowledge in System Modeling & Simulation and Flight Sciences as well as Verification & Validation. - Recent Experience utilizing Scaled Agile Framework or similar on new missile or space hardware development program. - Demonstrated experience in utilizing lessons learned from previous development efforts and adapting those to current efforts. - Demonstrated experience in collaborating across an organizational enterprise and leveraging relationships to produce positive outcomes for multiple stakeholder teams. ## Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00 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 Huntsville, AL, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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