Job ID: 683587BR Date posted: Jan. 16, 2025 Program: NT-S
Description:WHAT WE'RE DOING
• Advancing the Integrated Discrimination and Electronic Protection capabilities of the Missile Defense System (MDS)
• Leading systems engineering trades, analysis, and studies related to requirements generation
• Developing and delivering MDS capabilities and engineering artifacts into the Technical Baseline (TBL)

THE WORK
• Lead a team of analysts to develop, benchmark, and utilize medium-level fidelity physics-based
simulations to conduct analysis and develop requirements for integrated multi-phenomenology sensors, battle management
command control & communications, and weapon systems for the Missile Defense Agency. Guide analysis and tool
development planning, guide requirements product development, and represent the National Team to Missile Defense Agency
to internal and external stakeholders in reviews and technical interchanges.
•Ensure technical quality of performance
requirements and analysis products using team Subject Matter Experts. Facilitate expansion Model Based Systems
Engineering capabilities including descriptive and analytical modeling


WHO WE ARE
• A dedicated team at Lockheed Martin committed to advancing missile defense systems
• Collaborative environment focused on innovation and excellence in engineering
• Engaged in high-impact projects with national security significance

WHO YOU ARE
• Experienced in systems engineering, particularly in requirements generation, concept development, analysis, and simulation
• Skilled in leading technical teams and providing oversight in a complex engineering environment
• Proficient in interfacing with technical stakeholders and managing technical documentation and baselines
• Adept at preparing and delivering technical briefings and engineering products
• Strong project management skills with experience in monitoring tasks, schedules, scope, and costs

WHY JOIN US
• Excellent benefits and amenities.
• Inclusive work environment.
• Ongoing career development and support.
• Rewards and recognition for your hard work.
• Medical and dental coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off for work/life balance.
• Mentorship opportunities
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in an engineering/ technical discipline from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 20 years or more of professional experience; or 18 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree; or 15 years of professional experience with a related PhD or JD; or 9 years of professional experience with a MD. Viewed as the most senior authority in discipline.

Ability to assume a technical leadership role leading large multi-skill analysts and modeling and simulation developers. Individual must have a strong technical background in using numerical modeling and simulation (M&S) using a high-level programming language such as MATLAB, or similar language environment to develop system performance requirements.

Individual must be able to demonstrate knowledge of building and/or analyzing M&S for integrated missile defense systems including subsystems such as EO/IR sensors, RF/Radar sensors, kill vehicles, missiles/interceptors, threats & countermeasures, target discrimination, or command and control (e.g., C3I, C4I, etc.).

Candidate must demonstrate ability to think critically to develop and capture concepts in technical papers, presentations, and discussions. Individual must possess good oral and written communication skills and have experience developing specification documents.
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with the Missile Defense System Specification. Demonstrated experience modeling or simulating missile defense applications or similar domains (air combat, air defense, intercept of ballistic targets, intercept of non ballistic targets, space vehicles, sub-orbital mechanics, countermeasure mitigation and discrimination, etc.).

Knowledge of ballistic and advanced threat systems (e.g., aero-maneuvering, hypersonic, hyper-glide, countermeasures, etc.), a discriminator in selection. Modeling and analysis experience in aspects of the missile defense system (e.g., Aegis Weapons Systems, Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD), Next Generation Interceptor, Glide Phase Intercept (GPI), Hypersonic and Ballistic Tracking Space Sensor (HBTSS), Fire Control, C2BMC, MDS sensors (EO/IR/RF), kill vehicles, interceptors, countermeasures, etc.).

Systems engineering experience with large, complex systems and use of descriptive and analytical models in a Model Based Systems Engineering environment.
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
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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: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First