Job ID: 731608BR Date posted: Jun. 10, 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.

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What does this role look like?

The THAAD Independent Research & Development Team is seeking motivated individuals to help lead and support IRAD projects, from early concept development, through final completion and presentation to the MDA customer. In this role, you will support an IRAD project in the areas of THAAD Weapon System Evolution or future Integrated Architectures. You will lead a team across various functions, such as Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, System Integration and Test. You will be responsible for financial and task planning and execution from start to finish, and communicating status and issues to the IRAD leadership. The ideal candidate will work independently and with initiative, react to changing objectives, manage multiple tasks, and have strong presentation and interpersonal skills.

As a System Engineer supporting IRAD Team, you will:
• Integrate new and affordable concepts into existing systems.
• Drive/lead IRAD initiatives.
• Conduct/lead problem identification and requirements analysis.
• Plan and execute technical tasks according to annual budgets
• Apply decision analysis methods to evaluate current and future programs.

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Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline with 3+ years of related experience.

• Working knowledge or experience within missile defense or weapon systems

• Experience with systems or software integration AND/OR anaylsis

• Medum/High fidelity modeling and simulation experience

• Experience interacting with Missile Defense Agency (MDA), PM Shield, other defense customers

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance, thus US Citizenship is required.
Desired Skills:
• THAAD Weapon System Experience

• Integrated Air and Missile Defense experience

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels

• Experience in MS Office tools such as PowerPoint and Word

• Business development - International experience

• Experience leading small technical teams

• Experience with Systems of Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Design to Cost, major defense simulations

• Knowledge of military operations, tactics, and organizations
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: 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: Requirements Development
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First