At Lockheed Martin, we challenge the status quo to push the boundaries of what is possible. Join the legendary Skunk Works team in Palmdale, CA, and be part of groundbreaking innovation. We are seeking a Systems Engineer – Configuration Management to support the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance/Unmanned Aircraft System (ISR/UAS) team. In this role, you will ensure the consistency, traceability, and integrity of software configurations across the product lifecycle. Your expertise will enable mission success in an environment where advanced technology and creativity come together to solve complex challenges.

What You Will Be Doing:
As the Software Configuration Management (CM) Engineer for the ISR/UAS Systems Engineering team, your responsibilities will include:

· Developing, improving, and maintaining the infrastructure for software configuration management across development, production, and sustainment lifecycles.
· Tracking and managing repositories/databases for all program software.
· Writing, updating, and maintaining program Software CM processes.
· Tracking installed hardware and software configurations to ensure accurate records.
· Managing and controlling software configuration changes and assigning unique identifiers to software.
· Supporting engineering reviews, configuration audits, and compliance assessments.
· Reviewing software baseline changes to ensure compliance with CM policies and procedures.
· Ensuring that data and physical media have accurate labels and markings.
· Tracking, building, and disseminating software releases and supporting documentation to stakeholders.
· Developing technical reports, plans, and procedures while managing project costs, schedules, and Control Account Management (CAM) activities.
· Supporting proposal development as it relates to Software CM.

What’s In It For You
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are
You are a subject matter expert in Software Configuration Management with a deep understanding of configuration processes and tools. You excel in solving complex problems creatively and are a systems thinker who can manage both technical and operational challenges. With exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently, you deliver high-quality results that ensure program success.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Top Secret clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
• Proven experience in Software Configuration Management in an environment of rigorous hardware/software baseline configuration techniques
• Proven experience with tools GIT, Artifactory, JIRA, Confluence
• Proven experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Systems (e.g. Teamcenter)
• Cost Account Management (CAM) Certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
Desired Skills:
• Experience analyzing hardware and software systems
• Familiarity with Software Development Methodologies
• Focused attention to detail to ensure required data attributes are accurate and complete, and that workflow processes are executed thoroughly
• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve problems and implement constructive change
• Resolving technical challenges requiring integration with cross-functional teams
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment
•Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with configuration status accounting and product release process
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build effective working relationships
• Experience working with customer and Sub-Contractor CDRL/SDRLs and SOWs
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Experience with reading and understanding DoD Contracts
Experienced in
• Functional Configuration Audits (FCA)
• Physical Configuration Audits (PCA)
• Configuration Change Management
• Engineering Review Boards (ERB)
• Configuration Change Boards (CCB)
• Configuration Status Accounting (CSA)
• Technical Baseline Management
• BOM Maintenance
• Service Order/Bulletin Management (TCTOs, T2s, SBs)
• Able to prioritize tasking and manage time effectively
• Attention to detail
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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 $109,200 - $192,510. 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 $125,600 - $217,695. 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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First