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Systems Engineer - E2

Lockheed Martin logoLockheed Martin$79,300–$147,300/yrBoulder, COPosted 1mo ago

The posting names a TS/SCI clearance.

The posting offers a 9/80, 4/10 or other compressed week. More with a 9/80 schedule

About the role

Standard Job Description

As a Ground Systems Engineer for the Next Generation GEO Operations and Sustainment Team you will:

  • Provide real time, operational support to various teams for the operation and maintenance of Ground and Space system software and equipment
  • Ensure system Ground and Space functionality during operations and testing environments
  • Provide system maintenance support for a large system of computers (Linux environment), associated switching, network, communication circuits, and equipment
  • Identify system problems, perform troubleshooting, correcting, and documenting both software and hardware failures
  • Support daily system configuration management during operations and system upgrades/modifications
  • Ensure inter-system capabilities with multiple Remote Ground Stations including Satellite Control Network
  • Provide limited database system administration
  • Provide operations subject matter expertise to technical working groups
  • Participate in Ground and Space anomaly resolution working groups
  • Analyze and validate system performance
  • Thoroughly document system deficiencies
  • Provide technical recommendations and guidance to Ground and Satellite operators during system failures and recovery
  • Monitor and recover, if necessary, software and database synchronization between primary and backup operations centers
  • Collaborate closely with internal/external technical engineering operations teams
  • Troubleshoot system anomalies when external customers endure data outages

Basic Qualifications

  • Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
  • Must be able to support 24x7 operations environment
  • Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment

Desired Skills

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance
  • Experience with Linux shell scripting
  • Background in technology, engineering, software, hardware, system, or network administration
  • Satellite systems experience
  • Experience with large complex systems
  • System documentation and program lifecycle experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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.

Copied from the listing Lockheed Martin published, verified 31 Oct 2026.

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Lockheed Martin Space builds GPS and missile warning satellites, NASA's Orion crew capsule and deep space probes.

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