Defensive Systems Engineer

Description

You will be the Defensive Systems Engineer - Level 2 for the AMMM Communication, Navigation and Sensors team which is responsible for the design, development, testing and production of avionic systems across all AMMM aircraft platforms.

As the Defensive Systems Engineer - Level 4 you will be responsible for leading technical efforts that span defensive and sensor systems, while driving integration and sustainment across the Marietta site.

• Define and translate customer requirements into system‑level and equipment‑level specifications, including occasional travel to customer sites once per month.
• Plan, execute, and oversee test campaigns at both equipment and aircraft levels, delivering reliable results on schedule.
• Develop proposals, task descriptions, effort estimates, and supporting documentation for new and sustainment projects.
• Coordinate with senior leadership, suppliers, and customers to align technical solutions with program cost and schedule goals.
• Assess task priority and complexity, creating work‑around plans that keep programs on track, and mentor less experienced engineers.

You are a collaborative senior engineer with deep expertise in defensive and sensor systems. You excel at translating complex requirements into actionable designs, leading cross‑functional teams, and mentoring emerging talent.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain an active Secret clearance.

Location:

Marietta, GA

• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent STEM degree
• Systems Design experience
• System Integration and Test Experience

• Knowledge of C-130J implementation of AAQ-24 LAIRCM
• Knowledge of C-130J implementation for ALR-56m RWR, ALE-47 CMDS & AAR-47 MWS
• Knowledge of and RWR, CMDS, MWS and DIRCM type systems preferable on C-130J
• Knowledge of EO/IR
• Knowledge of RF Blanking
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel & Power Point
• Proficient with MS Visio
• Knowledge in the creation of Schematics such as Level 2 wiring schematics
• ADMS, Service Flow, SAP, CAD Data net, DOORs
• Knowledgeable with LM processes
• Work in a team, lead others, communicate with subs, peers, management, customer, vendor, etc.
• Team from small group such as Def Team through larger groups such as PM, PE, Airframe, Wiring, T&E etc.
• Understanding of the proposal process through customer delivery:
  System development, planning, customer interface, presentations, PDR/CDR, documentation, On AC testing (Functional Tests, etc)
• AC troubleshooting
• AC installation
• AC testing
• Flight Line procedures
• Safety in production facility and flight line
• Writing Specs, Requirements, Test procedures and reports. Systems analysis of installation and system capability to meet requirements
• Test & Evaluation of SW such as interface with MC
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-1553B
• Ability to work in Lab and on AC
• Willing to travel regularly

This position requires a government security clearance, and you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Secret

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.