Systems Engineer, Senior

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Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve.

We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

We are currently seeking a Systems Engineer
, Senior
- Missile Performance Simulation/Analysis
.

• Missile system trajectory performance and functionality analyses using a variety of modeling and simulation methods.
• 3
  
  DOF and 6
  
  DOF Missile trajectory simulation and analysis (preflight and postflight).
• Maintenance and modernization of missile simulation software and supporting data set; writing or modifying software to support and perform specific analysis.
• Creating technical memos, providing input to data packages to support peer and customer reviews, and presenting analysis results to internal engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel during technical exchange meetings.
• Provide support to the missile simulation’s user base, working groups, for LM personnel and various non-LM FBM contractors.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.

Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.

• Experience in flight dynamics, trajectories, physics-based modeling, time domain simulation, Guidance, Navigation, & Controls (GNC), and/or a related field
• Programming experience in one or more of the following: MATLAB, Fortran, C/C++, Python, Java
• Active Secret security clearance with ability to obtain a Top Secret; US Citizenship required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, physics or other related field
• Knowledge of missile trajectory performance and subsystem inter-dependencies
• Understanding of 3 DOF and 6 DOF dynamics as they relate to aerospace vehicles
• Experience programming in UNIX/LINUX operating system (O/S) environment
• Strong programming experience (C/C++ or Similar)
• Knowledge of FORTRAN
• Familiarity with STK, MBSE, Cameo, Agile process
• Experience leading small to medium groups including technical oversight and programmatic execution
• FBM program experience
• Active Top Secret clearance
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and…