Systems Architect - Aircraft, Ground Vehicles, and Maritime Systems

You will be a Systems Architect for our team, which is responsible for developing systems requirements for a wide range of defense systems, including aircraft, ground vehicles, and maritime systems. Our team is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Systems Architect to lead the development of systems requirements and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Systems Architect, you will be responsible for defining, designing, and integrating complex systems to meet customer needs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement system designs, and communicate with program management and customer teams to ensure system requirements are met.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
• Lead the development of systems requirements for aircraft, ground vehicles, and maritime systems
• Define system functionality, performance, and interface requirements
• Develop and maintain system architecture documents and models
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize system requirements
• Analyze and interpret customer requirements, including reviewing and understanding customer specifications, standards, and regulations
• Design and integrate systems, including developing system design concepts and architectures
• Evaluate and select system components and technologies
• Ensure system compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, test and evaluation, program management, and customer teams
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including system architecture documents and models, system requirements documents and specifications, and interface control documents
• Participate in design reviews, program reviews, and other relevant meetings to ensure system requirements are met and design solutions are feasible
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements to ensure system designs are optimal and compliant
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Why Join Us

This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here: SOF GLSS

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Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global Diversity and Inclusion.

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
* Minimum 10 years of experience in systems architecture, design, and integration for aircraft, ground vehicles, and/or maritime systems
* Proven experience in developing and managing systems requirements for complex systems
* Strong knowledge of multiple domains, including:
- Aircraft systems, including avionics, propulsion, and structural systems
- Ground vehicle systems, including mechanical, electrical, and software systems
- Maritime systems, including shipboard systems, propulsion, and navigation systems
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyze complex system requirements and design solutions
Experience with system modeling and simulation tools, such as:
- SysML and UML modeling languages
- System architecture tools, such as Cameo or similar
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including:
- DO-178C and DO-254 for software and electronics development
- MIL-STD-810 for environmental testing
- FAA, EASA, and IMO regulations for aircraft, ground vehicle, and maritime system certification

* US citizenship required, with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Desired skills
* Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
* Experience with Agile development methodologies and tools, such as JIRA or similar
* Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices, including:
- Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework

* Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and digital twin technologies

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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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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.

Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

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.

Security Clearance Information
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $128,900 - $247,000. 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.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $148,200 - $279,300. 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.