Senior Systems Engineer

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Manassas
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job 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. WeAreLM WherethebestareBuilt OneLMHotJobs RMSC6ISR rmsusw 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. 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. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $89,300 - $157,550. 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 $102,800 - $178,135. 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.

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