Systems Engineer/Data Engineer

Job Description

WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING
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. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

THE WORK
Lockheed Martin is looking for a dedicated level 2 Mission Operations Systems Engineer with an active Secret clearance to join the Space Based-Infrared Systems (SBIRS) and Next Generation Overhead Persistent Infrared Geosynchronous (NGG) Team working onsite in Sunnyvale, California.

This role functions as a Configuration Management (CM) System Engineer, primarily supporting developers and customers for the audit, configuration, and release of software products and documentation to the various testing and operation environments. The CM team contributes to the product configuration and release management of Flight Operation Support (FOS) products supporting the satellite constellation's day-to-day activities, maintenance, and health.

As a Configuration Management System Engineer, you will:

Be responsible for configuration managing all FOS product configurations in both unclassified and classified networks
Interact with the engineers and set up and maintain the Git repositories, for the products handoff and configuration process
Audit and package products for in-house checkout and formal validation before release for operation use
Prepare and present Change Request (CR) packages to Flight Ops Support Approval Board (FAB)
Release products for use in validations, pre-launch readiness rehearsals, and launch and early orbit test support
Follow and update CM work instructions
Document audit report and release notes and update CM Plan and other CM documentation
Identify requirements and support execution of vehicle flight objectives
Identify, document, and implement changes for process improvements
Develop tools and techniques to perform various CM audits and analysis
Support moderator/administrator role in the Peer Review process
Willing to be on-call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, as required
Work overtime and weekends when necessary to support mission goals
Travel when required (Less than 10%)

This is an EMERGING PROFESSIONAL (level 2) ROLE where candidates typically require 1+ years of professional experience and a BS degree.

WHY JOIN US
Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within LM, with access to world-class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits: LM employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

Basic Qualifications

Active DoD Secret clearance
Experience with JIRA, Confluence, Linux OS, SQL
Experience with Configuration Management (CM)
Experience coding in Python
Experience with process improvement(s)
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline, or related experience, or a combination of degree and/or relevant work experience.

Desired skills

Active DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance
Jira and Gitlab experience
Products release management experience
Familiar with Git/Gitlab commands and continuous integration/development (CI/CD) methodology
Ability to analyze/audit software products and documentation handoff from the developers
Eager to learn and provide feedback on how to make processes better and more efficient
Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while buildings solid relationships and trusts with internal team members and customers
Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments and ability to create shell scripts
Commanding On-orbit Satellite(s)
Experience with satellite Launch and Early Orbit Testing (L&EOT)

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 $73,400 - $129,260. 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 $84,300 - $146,165. 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.