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Senior Systems Engineer

Manassas, Virginia

Manassas, Virginia

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Job ID: 719064BR Date posted: Mar. 09, 2026
Description:Who we are
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. Our Manassas campus is a thriving center of engineering expertise, fostering a culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the creation of exceptional products. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

The Work
Lockheed Martin Manassas is seeking a Systems Engineer/Architect to join our Integrated Submarine Imaging Systems Program Team. The Imaging System is one subsystem supporting multiple operational classes of the United States submarine force. The Imaging subsystem provides mission critical, all-weather, visual, and electronic search data and digital imagery. As one of our Systems Engineers, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team employing a systems engineering approach to requirements, system architecture, and interface definitions, supporting solution implementation, and establishing Verification and Validation approaches for new and updated software/hardware baselines. This role involves analyzing system requirements, inter-system requirements, emerging technologies and tools, and new hardware products to guide software/hardware solutions. The ideal candidate for this position will have equal parts technical competency, forward-thinking ideas, and a focus on execution.

Who you are
Candidates should have a strong background in requirements development/management, and experience in analyzing and establishing architectural inputs for system hardware and software. As a Systems Engineer, you can expect to perform the following:

• Support cross-discipline product and project teams identifying, evaluating, and establishing technical solutions from concept to integration.
• Support Agile process-based development including architecture and engineering spikes to address quick turnaround requests.
• Model system architecture using industry standard tools (Cameo)
• Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation including:
• Requirements
• System and subsystem design definition
• Interface definition
• Verification and Validation (V&V) methodology
• Trade study outcomes/reports/recommendations
• Interpret/Derive/Translate customer requirements to drive subsystem Software and Hardware implementations.
• Prepare for and conduct milestone reviews including Intermediate Design Reviews and Final Design Reviews.
• Support high-level system analyses for future modernization efforts

Our team is part of a larger Navy team where we are successful if our co-teammates are successful.

Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Joining Lockheed Martin means becoming part of a team that's making a significant impact in the field of engineering. When you choose to work with us, you'll enjoy:
•An excellent working environment equipped with state-of-the-art tools.
•The opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and top-notch professionals.
•A chance to be a part of solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems.
•A culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the development of remarkable products.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level, work on groundbreaking projects, and be a part of a team that thrives on innovation, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our mission.
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
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Basic Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related technical discipline, and 5 years of directly related experience; or a Master's degree and 3 years of related experience

 •Systems engineering experience with products that include custom designed hardware and/or custom written software, covering architecture definition, interface control documentation, trade off analysis, and HW/SW verification validation in an aerospace/defense setting.

• Experience leading quantitative trade studies and technology selection efforts (e.g., multi criteria decision analysis, cost performance modeling, risk/benefit assessment) for custom hardware and/or software solutions in aerospace or defense programs.

• Professional experience with model system architecture using industry standard tools (Cameo)
Desired Skills:
• Experience as a systems engineer/architect on a U.S. Navy development program, on an undersea systems program.
• Prior experience serving as a technical representative in customer and internal meetings
• Prior experience with Agile teams and usage of tools such as Jira/Confluence, Gitlab, and/or Redmine.
• Familiarity with video/image processing algorithms.
• Familiarity with MATLAB or other scientific analysis tools.
• Familiarity with software development or scripting languages (C, C++, Java, or Python) in DevOps pipelines.
• Familiarity in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with Cameo.
• Proficiency in analysis, critical thinking, and technical problem solving.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, shift priorities, and be willing to adapt or improve.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
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
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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: System Architecture
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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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

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Qualifications

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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.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • 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.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • 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

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • 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.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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