Satellite Systems Engineering SME

Job Description

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.

We are seeking a Chief of Space to join our Space Based Infrared Systems (SBIRS) Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) team. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced satellite systems engineer to contribute to the success of a very challenging and rewarding mission. The successful candidate will have a commendable work ethic, good communication skills, a great attitude, be a result-oriented teammate, creative thinker, problem-solver, and follow all ethical standards and the core values of the Lockheed Martin Corporation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Provide real-time support for 24/7 operations engineers who identify and troubleshoot spacecraft issues with deployed systems, provide anomaly response and resolution support, support root-cause investigations, perform subsystem analysis
Coordinate with the Factory Operations Support Team on current and future vehicle issues, capabilities, anomaly recoveries
Develop an in-depth understanding of system requirements and works directly with other chief engineers, developers, operational users, customers, and management to translate requirements into operational capabilities and processes that enable efficient conduct of program requirements
Provide daily technical direction and leadership to CLS team, specifically the Mission Payload Engineer, Mission Management Engineers, Orbital Analysts, and Satellite Systems Engineers supporting both ITWAA operations and concurrent LEOT activities. Guide prioritization and execution of activities, actively monitoring and maintaining awareness of all events, activities, and systems
Communicate consistently with Customers - providing technical explanations, impact assessments, and answering questions
Work closely with the SBIRS CLS Ground Chief Engineer for joint Space and Ground issues/recoveries
Lead the team through ground anomaly resolution
Rotating ground anomaly on-call
Support authoring, adjudicating, and resolving Problem Reports (PRs) and Discrepancy Reports (DRs)
Support planning for hardware/software baseline content and installation execution
Ensure the CLS team, including the overseas Remote Ground Sites personnel, are trained and prepared to support LEOT activities, as well as support concurrent ITWAA operations.
Interface with host organization and is required to be knowledgeable of the host system, networks, and maintenance processes.
Responsible to the LEOT Operations Management Team keeping them informed on system status and provide recommendations to resolve complex system issues as required during the LEOT campaigns.
Attend various Technical Interchange Meetings to help plan and integrate hardware and software changes into the baseline, and to ensure the LEOT baseline is protected during launch freeze periods.
Provide schedule coordination inputs
Provide impact assessments and feedback for BOEs, proposals, and future systems/updates
Provide expertise in future team planning
Provide technical mentorship to members of the CLS Team

Basic Qualifications

Active Secret DoD with the ability to obtain a DoD TS/SCI
Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership experience with diverse teams
Outstanding communications skills - Listening, verbal/non-verbal and written communications; ability to translate complex technical concepts/topics to personnel that are less knowledgeable and familiar with baseline system operations
Must be comfortable briefing senior contract and government officials on highly technical engineering procedures and concepts
Ability to adapt, teach, mentor and guide team
Experience working hand-in-hand with an on-site customer.
Experience solving complex ground system issues and teaming with multiple partners to troubleshoot and solve problems
Self-motivated and able to work under minimal supervision with the ability to function effectively in a rapidly changing environment

Desired skills

Active TS/SCI DoD Clearance
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical degree.
Operational experience with the HEO, GEO and DSP constellations.
Skill in effectively responding to high-stress, real-time situations, and be able to properly prioritize, status, and work multiple tasks.
Experience supporting Launch Operations
Certification in a program discipline
Recognized as an expert in vehicle engineering and vehicle engineering concepts
Experience with 24x7 operations support, to include recall of key personnel
Experience with spacecraft/ground anomaly response/resolution
Experience utilizing a breadth of software platforms/languages: Python, PERL, Linux, AWS, etc.
Previous experience with a customer base on a program for complex systems, software development, and issue resolution
Ability to multi-task, especially to perform multiple assignments while meeting competing deadlines
Enjoys working in a team environment and collaborating with people in different functions

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 $128,400 - $226,435. 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 $147,700 - $255,990. 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.