Systems Engineer Associate Manager-Level 4

• Description:

• We are
• _Lockheed Martin_ You will be the Systems Engineer Associate Manager for the Hardware Development team which is responsible for delivering integrated hardware and software solutions for advanced aerospace programs\.

What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer Associate Manager you will be responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team that designs, develops, and validates embedded systems, SoCs, and FPGA‑based solutions for the F‑35, F‑16, and Skunk Works mission sets\. You will drive architectural decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure delivery within Agile development cycles\.

Your responsibilities will include:

Guiding the team through all phases of software development, from requirements to verification\. Supporting team creating architecture designs, logic designs, and system simulations for complex embedded platforms\. Leading Skunk Works research and development efforts and translating breakthroughs into production‑ready solutions\. Performing simulation and analysis of FPGA and embedded system designs to meet performance and reliability targets\. What's In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options\. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here\. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to pursue challenging work, enjoy collaboration, and have fun doing what you love, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you\. Who You Are You are an experienced systems engineer with a strong background in both hardware and software for embedded platforms\. You thrive in fast‑paced Agile environments, mentor junior talent, and bring innovative, practical solutions to complex problems\. Your collaborative leadership style and commitment to excellence make you an ideal fit for high‑impact aerospace projects\. Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U\.S\. CITIZEN

\- This position is located at a facility that requires special access\. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance\. \#MeAero

• Basic Qualifications:

• Team leadership or Technical leadership experience
• Experience in an Agile Software Development Environment
• Bachelor of Science from an accredited college in Systems Engineering or other Science or bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline
• 3\+ years of requirements management
• Experience with test design, traceability, & verification
• Experience with system decomposition \(using DoDAF, MBSE or similar approach\)
• Willing and able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required for this position\.

• Desired Skills:

• Experience working with Agile tools e\.g\. Gitlab, Jira, Confluence and Continuous Integration environments\.
• Experience with complex electronics and embedded systems, such as Field\-Programmable Gate Array and hardware development\.
• Background in Safety Critical and/or Mission Systems
• Background in Secure Computing Systems
• 2\+ years as L\-Coded Manager or Technical Lead
• Strong mentoring skills and experience leading groups\.
• Strong technical communication skills \(experience communicating technical designs to non\-technical customers and communicating customer desires to technical team\)\.
• Experience with AMD/Xilinx Field\-Programmable Gate Array's & Toolsets
• Experience with LM Security Certification Processes
• Comfortable working with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues\.
• Ability to adapt well to change, as the working environment has evolving requirements and dynamic schedules\.
• Experience with project planning, execution, trancking and management
• Bachelor's from an accredited college in Electrical or Computer Engineering or bachelor's degree from an accredited college

• Security Clearance Statement:

• This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration\.

• Clearance Level:

• Secret
• Other Important Information You Should Know

• Expression of Interest:

• 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:

• Onsite Full\-time:

  The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility\.

• Work Schedules:

• 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\.
• Schedule for this

Position:

• 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

• 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\.

• 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\.
• 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\.

• Experience Level:

• Experienced Professional

• Business Unit:

• AERONAUTICS COMPANY

• Relocation Available:

• Possible

• Career Area:

• Software Engineering

• Type:

• Full\-Time

• Shift:

• First