Principle Systems Architect

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.

Lockheed Martin Space is searching for an innovative and experienced Systems Architect to support the commercial space mission area within Commercial Civil Space (CCS). This a key role in the successful execution of activities of major significance to Lockheed Martin and our commercial business partners.
In this role, you will:
· Support the Commercial space mission area with long-term planning, technology insertion plans, and architecture decisions
· Lead the development of novel technical solutions to meet our customers and partners needs
· Coordinate with IRAD teams on and provide technical oversight of key technology development plans
· Ensure assessment and conversion of mission needs/requirements into total mission systems solutions that account for design and technology maturity constraints of the system
· Continuously translate architecture analysis into action plans and product development roadmaps
· Work with Enterprise Performance & Improvement, Supply Chain, and LOB leadership to translate mission and product roadmaps into technology investment and industry partnership decisions
· Drive productization and commercialization approaches for key technology areas
· Support internal and external system design reviews
· Interface directly with customers and teammates, both domestic and foreign, to ensure compatibility of architectural roadmaps and technological solutions
· Leverage products and architectures across LM’s portfolios to develop novel solutions applicable to new, emerging markets
· Oversee the execution of current programs of record, ensuring program level decisions do not compromise enterprise plans and future business activities
· Develop multi-domain solutions and work seamlessly to support both Line of Business and Business Development efforts
· Seek and maintain knowledge of current and developing technologies, design, and analysis methodologies
· Develop models and architectural guidelines for current and future mission system development
· Build successful teams with internal stakeholders, (Business Development and central Engineering), as well as with external stakeholders (suppliers, mission partners, etc.)
· In tandem with the commercial mission area director, represent the commercial mission area to LM line of business and engineering leadership
Basic Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* 5 yrs experience performing in a Systems Architect role either in a space systems business development capacity or on a space development program
* Large space development program proposal experience
* 5 yrs experience in the design or analysis of a fundamental spacecraft subsystem (Avionics, Propulsion, GN&C, Mechanisms, etc)
* 10 yrs experience working on spacecraft programs
* Familiarity with mission design tools and a demonstrated ability to balance mission requirements with spacecraft options to achieve affordable overall solutions
* Familiarity with MBSE concepts
* Ability and willingness to obtain LM Systems Architect certification within 12 months of starting in this role
Desired Skills:
Experience with space-based communications and/or RF sensing systems
* Experience applying MBSE concepts in a Systems Engineer or Systems Architect role
* Familiarity with LM bus and major component product lines
* Prior experience as a chief engineer of a small to medium sized program
* Command and Data Handling (C&DH) experience, particularly with space processor developments
* Flight and Ground software experience
* Ability to apply technologies to disparate mission areas to create novel mission solutions
* Current LM Systems Architect certification, at the Qualified level or higher
* Supplier management experience
* Production program experience
* Demonstrated ability to lead design-to-cost initiatives, leveraging analysis of alternatives to arrive at cost competitive solutions
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.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $189,000 - $327,635. 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.

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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Architect
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First