Software Systems Architect Manager - Space Protection Programs Security Clearance

Position: Software Systems Architect Manager - Space Protection Programs with Security Clearance
Job Number 729809

Description:

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.

Space Protection Programs (SPP) is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Software Systems Architect Manager to lead the strategy and evolution of Spacecraft Flight Software (FSW) Systems across a multi-program portfolio. This is a Level 5 technical leadership role responsible for driving system-level execution across software systems engineering, integration, test, and Dev Ops functions. The leader will oversee software focused Responsible Systems Engineers (RSEs), Component Engineers (CPEs), Software Architects, Software Systems engineers, Software Test engineers, and Agile/Dev Ops teams, ensuring aligned execution from requirements through integration and mission delivery.

This role operates in a mission-critical, highly integrated environment where success depends on disciplined execution, tight coordination across teams, and consistent delivery of integrated, verified capabilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on systems thinker and execution leader who energies strategic execution, thrives in complexity, drives clarity in ambiguous environments, and ensures engineering teams deliver integrated, mission-ready systems.

Key Responsibilities Systems & Execution Leadership
• Lead end-to-end execution of flight software systems engineering across multiple programs within the SPP portfolio
• Ensure alignment between system architecture, requirements, verification strategy, and software execution Integration, Verification & Delivery Ownership
• Using SW RSEs and CPEs, drive resolution of integration issues across hardware, software, and external interfaces and ensure integration readiness and execution sequencing across development teams and programs
• Oversee software verification and validation planning in coordination with systems engineering and test organizations Agile Execution & Program Delivery
• Train the team on Agile concepts supporting consistent execution cadences across teams, ensure backlogs reflect true system priorities, integration dependencies, and mission-critical sequencing
• Support standardization of metrics and execution data to forecast delivery, identify risks, and manage program health Leadership, Talent & Organizational Development
• Lead workforce planning, staffing strategy, hiring decisions, and team growth across software architecture, software systems engineering, test, and Dev Ops functions
• Foster a high-accountability execution culture focused on ownership, integration discipline, and delivery outcomes ensure engineering teams are aligned, engaged, and executing effectively within a complex multi-program environment

Basic Qualifications:

What We're Looking For
• Proven leadership experience in software engineering and systems execution in aerospace, defense, or other mission-critical environments
• Understanding of embedded systems, flight software, or safety-critical system development
• Strong systems engineering mindset with experience spanning software, hardware, and integration domains
• Hands-on experience with Agile execution at scale, including backlog management, release planning, and delivery governance
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM), program controls, and performance tracking
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, and build…