Systems Engineer Staff

: Job ID: 654555BR Date posted: Oct. 12, 2025 Program: THAAD Description: The coolest job on this planet....or any other....are with Lockheed Martin Space. Defending against modern day missile threats requires constant collaboration and innovation. That's why we're able to integrate systems from end to end so we can detect, control and engage the full spectrum of missile threats across every domain. It's why we're investing in ground-breaking technology like directed energy, space-based capabilities and solid state-radar to build layers of defense that help keep us all safe! It's not easy - but at Lockheed Martin, we help customers tackle the world's most sophisticated challenges. Our culture encourages employees to dream big, perform with perfection and create incredible products. We provide the resources, inspiration and focus and if you have the passion and courage, we want to build a better tomorrow with you. As a Systems Engineer Staff , you will be part of the Ground Systems Development (GSD) Systems Engineering (SE) team on the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) program. In this role, you will be the Technical Lead for the architectural design of THAAD Fire Control and Communications (TFCC) Force Operations (FO). Learn more about THAAD Lockheed Martin is seeking a high performing Systems Engineer to join our team, supporting Systems Engineering and Architecture activities. Your responsibilities may include:

• Developing TFCC and THAAD Planner (TP) algorithms
• Developing modeling and simulation to support the TFCC design
• Analyzing performance and support verification
• Developing battle plans to support weapon system testing and specialized battle plans for field deployments
• Supporting flight test performance analysis and issue resolution
• Developing and maintaining analysis script

You can learn more about Huntsville, AL by visiting this link.> Minimum Experience for this role: Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Basic Qualifications:

• Experience using or developing systems models or simulations to perform one or more of the following functions:

a.) System trade studies b.) Requirements decomposition c.) Performance Predictions d.) Algorithm prototype development

• Scripting language experience (e.g., MATLAB, C, C++, etc.)

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related field including mathematics degree with a physics-based focus from an accredited college/university
• Knowledge and application of systems engineering processes across the full product life cycle (to include proposal, design, qualification, requirements verification/validation, production and field support
• Knowledge of Missile Defense Concepts and Interoperability or other Command and Control systems
• Systems Engineering or related experience/education: a.) Concept of Operations (CONOPS)/ System Architecting b.) Requirements definition or decomposition or working with requirements documents

c.) Requirements and Verification d.) Algorithm development / Model Base Engineering / design knowledge

• Engineering / physics-based modeling and simulation preferably with MATLAB, C, C+ tools
• Experience supporting large scale software development
• Experience in weapon system ground/flight test, verification processes, and tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
• Experience with Agile development
• Experience with JIRA
• Active Secret clearance

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. 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: SPACE Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Systems Engineering: Assembly/Integration and Test Type: Full-Time Shift: First