C2BMC Chief Scientist - Secret Clearance

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C2BMC Chief Scientist - Secret Clearance

Full Time

Lockheed Martin

Huntsville AL 35899 USA

Posted 10/02/2025

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Description:
What Were Doing
We're working on the cutting edge of defense technology, developing advanced solutions to address some of the most complex and mission-critical challenges in national security. Our focus is on enabling faster, smarter decision-making through innovation in tracking, sensor integration, and battle management systems.

The Work
In this role, you will play a key part in the development, prototyping, implementation, and analysis of algorithms that support tracking, sensor netting, target discrimination, and battle management.
Your responsibilities will include:
Designing and refining algorithms for early intercept tracking and advanced battle management
Modifying existing algorithms to incorporate new data sources and mission needs
Performing comparative data analysis to evaluate algorithm performance and effectiveness
Reviewing technical documentation and ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with project goals
Acting as a technical liaison to working-level counterparts, providing subject-matter expertise on an as-needed basis

Who We Are
As leader of the C2BMC team, Lockheed Martin directs a partnership of highly responsive industry leaders developing and fielding the backbone of Americas missile defense. Together, this national team supports the design, development, test, integration and fielding of hardware and software elements that enable the Missile Defense System (MDS) to function effectively and continually. You will also have the opportunity to interface with our key customers in the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).

Who You Are
Youre an analytical thinker and problem solver with a strong foundation in algorithm development, systems engineering, or data analysisideally in a defense or high-tech environment.
Have experience with tracking, sensor fusion, or battle management systems
Are comfortable working with complex datasets and performance metrics
Communicate clearly and can distill technical information for diverse audiences
Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Are detail-oriented and driven by a sense of purpose

Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Basic Qualifications:
- A final secret clearance is required prior to starting
- Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Knowledge of multi-sensor track and fusion principles
- Experience in software/systems engineering, including developing new and integrating existing radar signal processing and tracking systems
- Experience in one or more of the following: Kalman filtering, track filtering, missile fly-out, intercept tracking, engagement dynamics, sensor netting, target discrimination, track fusion, battle management, or sensor management
- Proficiency in algorithm development and performance analysis
Desired Skills:
- Prior experience in Missile Defense systems is highly desired
- Knowledge of JAVA or C++ a plus
- Understanding of the full software development lifecycle
- Understanding of system of systems integration and data reporting
- Ability to drive strategic vision
- Excellent written and oral communication, effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings to high level stakeholders
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top 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 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, youre 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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: System of Systems Integration
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First

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- A final secret clearance is required prior to starting
- Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Knowledge of multi-sensor track and fusion principles
- Experience in software/systems engineering, including developing new and integrating existing radar signal processing and tracking systems
- Experience in one or more of the following: Kalman filtering, track filtering, missile fly-out, intercept tracking, engagement dynamics, sensor netting, target discrimination, track fusion, battle management, or sensor management
- Proficiency in algorithm development and performance analysis

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Location Huntsville, AL, 35899, United States

Categories Unspecified

Sec Clearances Top Secret (TS)

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C2BMC Chief Scientist - Secret Clearance