Job ID: 707970BR Date posted: Oct. 31, 2025
Description:Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

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.

This Strategic Operations Research Analyst Associate Manager (level 4 manager) in the Huntsville Operations Analysis Group (OAG) (aka “Possum Works”) will join a dynamic team environment with a unique culture supporting a myriad of Independent Research and Development (IRAD) projects and selected program tasks. The chemistry of the team is critical to our success.

The OAG Associate Manager will:

• Provide superior leadership to OA Team direct reports. Promote accomplishments and seek growth opportunities for the OA team. Foster a supportive, positive work environment. Set clear expectations and support progress toward defined objectives. Inform the professional development program for the OAG team, including an emphasis on mentoring and a regular cycle of training events. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

• Perform as the Strategic Strike & Missile Defense Weapons OA Lead Analyst, coordinating and overseeing the integration of all aspects of THAAD, NGI, ASP, and FBM analysis in support of LM Space programs and pursuits.

• Perform operations analysis as either study lead or team participant in OA analysis undertakings as assigned. In doing so, apply the 8-step analysis process to obtain traceable, supportable results that answer the overarching question in each case.

• Serve as the Subject Area Domain Lead in an appropriate area. Be up to date on the latest developments in the subject area; take initiative to gather and disseminate information and data in the subject area.

• Review and vet all Operations Analysis Group’s products before submitting to the OAG Chief Analyst for final review.

Responsibilities will also include:

• Conduct quality control validation and verification of all OAG analytical products

• Brief Fellows, Senior Fellows, Directors, and LM VPs

• Develop/mentor junior analysts to a working knowledge of SMD system functions, scientific principles, technologies, and operations

• Support analysts’ translation of interceptor, radar, and battle management concepts into simulation input

• Coordinate with, and support of the OAG Management

• Actively participate in OAG AGILE meetings, bi-weekly threat briefings, and required Mission Integration Directorate and OAG meetings


This position will require limited travel to support internal and external customer engagements

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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Mathematics, Operations Research, Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics or equivalent discipline

• Strong background in systems engineering principles, including functional analysis, and system design or Operations Analysis

• Subject Matter Expert level of knowledge of the Missile Defense System of Systems

• Experience as a technical lead, manager, or Product Owner of an engineering team

• Active or Current DoD Secret Security Clearance required prior to start with the ability to receive TS
Desired Skills:
• Active or Current DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

• Master’s degree from an accredited college in mathematics, operations research, cyber engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or equivalent discipline

• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on system analysis, requirements development, verification, and validation, as well as integration and test

• Strong MATLAB skills

• In-depth missile defense threat knowledge

• Willingness to lead technical tasks to include coordination of geographically dispersed analytic efforts and out-briefing results to senior leadership

• A working knowledge of LINUX, Windows operating systems, and C/C++ programming

• Experience with high fidelity missile defense modeling and integration

• Experience with physics-based modeling of modeling radars/sensors

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

• Strong leadership and technical skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team of systems engineers.

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To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin fosters a work environment that encourages big-picture thinking. Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.

Benefits you can enjoy include:


• Medical {many choices of plans; some LM locations have on-site medical}
• Dental
• 401k {with generous matching}
• Generous Paid time off
• Work/life balance, family-friendly environment
• Career development, career-growth, and lots of learning opportunities for aspiring minds
• Fun, talented, and witty teammates
• Knowledgeable, supportive, and engaged leadership
• Community-minded organization
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement

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Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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
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: Models and Simulations
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First