Systems Engineer (Level 4) - RF Antenna Systems

Job Description

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OVERVIEW:

At the dawn of a new space age, Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every day we use our unique skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds' hardest engineering problems. Our culture encourages employees to dream big, perform with excellence and create incredible products. We provide the resources, inspiration and focus and if you have the passion and courage to dream big, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Going to space is just the beginning. It's what you do when you get there that matters. Lockheed Martin builds the satellites and spacecraft that do amazing things in space for government and commercial customers. Connecting people. Advancing discovery. And protecting what matters most. Lockheed Martin-built satellites give earlier warning of severe weather, connect troops on the battlefield, and deliver GPS directions to a billion people worldwide.

As we look to the future, we're driving innovations to help our customers do even more in orbit. That's why we're crafting smarter satellites that operate like smartphones in the sky, with apps that can be updated in orbit so they can adapt as mission needs on the ground change. Your mission is ours. And as that mission evolves, we'll be ready. Will you?

Every day, our 115,000 employees come to work with one focus - our customers' missions. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

Lockheed Martin. Your Mission is Ours.

What does this role look like?

- Collaborate with an integrated team of Systems Engineers on the development and delivery of a high-TRL mobile RF antenna system.

- Define the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for the RF antenna system.

- Design system architectures and interfaces, ensuring alignment across subsystems.

- Perform systems analysis and design, requirements definition, and system modeling.

- Support the development and delivery of a digital twin using Cameo and MBSE tools.

- Work within a cross-functional team to deploy capabilities to offsite locations.

- Ensure system and subsystem readiness for design reviews and test events.

- Ensure accuracy and timely delivery of contractual documentation and technical deliverables.

Additional Information

- This position is based in Littleton, Colorado and the selected candidate is expected to work onsite full time.


- This position is contingent upon contract award to Lockheed Martin. Estimated award date is currently April 2026. Any job offers extended to chosen candidates will include a contingency clause stating that the offer is dependent on Lockheed Martin securing the contract.

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Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related engineering or technical discipline.

- Prior experience in RF systems engineering and/or system architecture roles.

- Experience in one or more core Systems Engineering functions, such as:
- Subsystem design or analysis
- CONOPS (Concept of Operations) development
- System modeling or analysis
- Requirements and Interface Control Document (ICD) development

- Proven experience leading technical teams, with the ability to guide, mentor, and coordinate cross-functional engineering efforts.

- Proven ability to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines to identify and define technical product characteristics for requirements development.

- Experience supporting or developing high Technology Readiness Level (TRL) systems through the full engineering lifecycle.

- Strong working knowledge of the Systems Engineering process, including conducting trade studies, participating in design reviews, and performing system verification activities.

- Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Desired skills

- Master's degree or higher in a relevant technical or engineering field.

- Prior experience as a CAM (Configuration/Change Accountable Manager) or equivalent role.

- Demonstrated ability to work with multiple functions simultaneously, including Program Management, Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, Planning, and Finance.

- Strong understanding of system integrations, interfaces, interactions, designs, and engineering principles.

- Experience with SysML and Cameo/MagicDraw for Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

- Knowledge of Agile methodologies and their application in technical projects.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.

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EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $109,200 - $192,510. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $125,600 - $217,695. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.