Systems Architect Sr Level 5

Position: Systems Architect Sr. Staff - Level 5
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* Description:

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* You will be the Systems Architect Sr  Staff for the T 50/FA 50 Program which is responsible for defining and maintaining the aircraft's high level logical and physical architecture, translates and traces stakeholder requirements into subsystem specifications, and manages all internal and external interfaces through rigorous configuration and baseline control  They also conduct trade off analyses, plan integration and verification activities, mitigate technical risks, ensure compliance with airworthiness, cybersecurity and export control standards, and act as the technical liaison between Lockheed Martin, KAI, and customers while providing a roadmap for future upgrades and sustainment

** What You Will Be Doing*
* As the Systems Architect Sr  Staff you will be responsible for shaping the end‑to‑end architecture of the FA‑50 platform, ensuring mission‑critical requirements are met and technology readiness is advanced

"Your responsibilities will include:"

+ Define and evolve the overall systems architecture for current and future FA‑50 variants

+ Translate mission requirements into technical solutions and interface specifications

+ Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure integrated design compliance

+ Assess technology maturity and drive readiness activities across the product lifecycle

+ Mentor junior architects and contribute to technical strategy and roadmaps

** What's In It For You*
* "We are committed to supporting your work life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options  Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here   (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). co/OneLM

Job Description Benefits   Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you "

** Who You Are*
* A forward‑thinking systems architect with deep expertise in aerospace platforms, a collaborative mindset, and a track record of delivering complex, high‑performance solutions  You thrive in a mission‑oriented environment and are driven to shape next‑generation aircraft capabilities

** Further Information About This Opportunity*
* 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 a secret clearance

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* Basic Qualifications:

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* - Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline  Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Aeronautical or Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred

- Demonstrated experience with systems architecture, functional partitioning, interface definition, networking, and/or computer resources  memory, processing, etc   for federated avionics systems

- Technical understanding and familiarity with radar, mission computing, displays, weapons, mission planning, Ethernet, MIL STD 1553, and/or data links

- Experience with the development of supplier specifications for avionics subsystems

- Demonstrated experience interacting with commercial and government customers

- Demonstrated understanding of the proposal process and the connection with technical requirement trade offs

- Knowledge of systems architecture best practices

** Desired

Skills:

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* - Emerging leader in capabilities development, Model Based Systems Engineering, and Systems Engineering

- Experience with the T 50/FA 50 or F 16 program

- Experience with proposals and cost estimating for Direct Commercial Sale  DCS  programs

- Strong programmatic and communications skills

- Ability to think outside the box and develop creative solutions to complex problems

- Previous F 16 Systems Architecture or System Design experience

- Strong knowledge of ITAR and US Policy and applicability/impact to implementation

- Master's Degree in Systems Engineering

** Security Clearance Statement:
** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration

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