Systems Architect Sr. Mgr. - DSE Adv. Programs
Littleton, Colorado
Littleton, Colorado
Job Responsibilities
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.
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.
Are you ready to take your career beyond the confines of planet Earth? Lockheed Martin Space is the premier company designing, building and operating solar system exploration missions in conjunction with NASA. Be part of a highly innovative team providing ingenious solutions to complex technical problems as we embark on developing new missions for NASA's Discovery Program of deep space exploration of planets, moons and small bodies. Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to think big, perform with perfection and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, then we want to extend our exploration of the solar system with you.
The selected individual will serve as Advanced Programs Manager for the Deep Space Exploration product area. In this capacity, the candidate will manage a core systems group, and secure support from part-time subsystems experts, in the formulation of Principal Investigator (PI) led missions.
As the Advanced Programs Sr Manager, you will:
• Development of mission designs and detailed spacecraft concepts, while working with scientists and project centers to secure partnerships and develop mission proposals.
• Development of spacecraft cost estimates and presenting to internal management to gain approval to provide cost estimates to external mission partners.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills are very important as this individual will work directly with the other program elements, senior management, vendors, scientists, and JPL/GSFC project centers.
• Provide Leadership to the DSE Advanced Program's Systems Engineering efforts to include technical direction, planning, and staffing.
• Manage Systems Engineering resources for the DSE Advanced Programs area, and provide programmatic and proposal support.
• Provide guidance to a Systems Engineering team to include initial phase-A/B Systems Engineering lifecycle processes, from architecture and requirements development through the larger design reference mission and mission design, and their application to Principal Investigator led NASA missions.
• Provide oversight and support to critical advanced program area Engineering skill development.
• Utilize your background and functional leadership experience to help deliver on critical program pursuits and supporting the larger Advanced Programs and Deep Space Exploration business areas.
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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Demonstrated experience in Spacecraft Architecture and Mission Design
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary system design and analysis team for a flight spacecraft program or in Advanced Programs
• Demonstrated experience in maturing discriminating technologies and infusing them into proposals and flight systems
• Experience with proposal preparation and negotiation
• Demonstrated experience in developing and fostering trustful and productive Government customer, partner, and supplier relationships
• Familiarity with NASA programs and NASA proposal process and PI led mission execution
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role
• Systems Architect Certification or the ability to obtain the certification
Desired Skills:
• 16+ years of professional experience with a related Bachelor's degree or 14+ years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree
• Experience with the challenges of a Principal Investigator led mission
• Experience and strength in a major role on a planetary proposal and program
• Experience working with Goddard Space Flight Center and Jet Propulsion Lab
• Demonstrated experience in a leadership role with proven Full Spectrum Leadership attributes
• Broad experience of Systems Engineering life cycle process and tools
• Understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) processes, principles and tools
• Missile or space segment design and test experience with one or more subsystems or disciplines outside of Systems Engineering
Clearance Level: None
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 $164,300 - $289,800. 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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.