Job ID: 722616BR Date posted: Apr. 01, 2026
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.
OVERVIEW:

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.

Description

Lockheed Martin is looking for a dedicated SEIT Systems Engineering Manager to lead the SV Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) organization for the Space Development Agency Portfolio within the Tracking, Transport and Warning (TT&W) Mission Segment of the National Security Space (NSS) Line of Business (LOB).
In this role, you will be responsible for managing the Space Vehicle System Engineering (SVSE), inclusive of SV Responsible Systems Engineers (RSEs), Systems Integration & Test, Space Vehicle Integration & Test, Specialty Engineering, trade studies, risk & opportunity management, design review execution associated CAM support, and personnel responsibilities. This opportunity will provide you with a chance to challenge the status quo and experiment with new digital tools and emerging technologies that transform our mission.
To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin cultivates an inclusive work environment that inspires differences and big-picture thinking.

This is a high-visibility position that offers an opportunity to quickly make a significant impact on the future of TT&W and LM Space.

This position requires a high level of technical and business acumen to balance priorities, drive issue prevention/resolution, and clearly communicate status and needs to our customers/partners, and with both Lockheed Martin and supplier executives.

This position is expected to require domestic travel less than 15%.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in an Engineering or closely related field

• Systems Engineering process experience across the complete program lifecycle

• Proven application of systems engineering functions including the following:
a) System trade studies and/or System modeling
b) Requirements and Verification
c) Major program reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, CIR, TRR, MSCSR, and PSR

• System design and test experience with one or more subsystems or fields outside of Systems Engineering (e.g., GN&C, Payloads, Propulsion, Software, Mechanical, etc.)

• Cost Account Management and/or Earned Value Management experience

• Familiarity with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) principles and processes

• Demonstrated experience leading, supporting and motivating employees

• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance. US Citizenship is required
Desired Skills:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers

• Ability to brief audiences (large and small) of varying technical knowledge and demonstrated experience leading a team and/or coordinating complex activities

• Positive attitude, accountable, and responsible with ability to work in a team-focused, dynamic environment

• Space/satellite program systems engineering and integration experience (minimum 5 years)

• Space or missile design and test experience with one or more subsystems or fields outside of Systems Engineering

• Recognized as an authority in systems thinking techniques with the demonstrated ability to apply them to a wide range of complex problems and train others in their application

• Masters Degree in an engineering related field

• Experience on SDA Programs

• Working knowledge of Cameo

• Experience managing requirements and verification for large complex systems

• Proven business acumen with experiences: utilizing earned value management as Control Account Manager (CAM), managing headcount, developing schedules, generating Basis-Of-Estimates (BOEs), and supporting proposal development activities.

• Current Secret or TS/SCI security clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.
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.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First