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Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 Security Clearance

Job in Palmdale, Los Angeles County, California, 93551, USA
Listing for: Lockheed Martin
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-20
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 with Security Clearance
Job Number 717938

Description:

You will be the Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the Advanced Development Program (ADP) which is responsible for pioneering next-generation aircraft technologies. What You Will Be Doing
As the Systems Engineer Senior - Level 3 you will be responsible for translating ambitious concepts into verifiable system designs, driving the integration of cutting-edge engineering disciplines, and delivering results in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading system architecture and trade-study activities for advanced aircraft concepts.
- Driving Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices and tool adoption.
- Coordinating multidisciplinary teams to execute agile development cycles.
- Managing multiple concurrent assignments while maintaining technical rigor and schedule commitments.
- Producing technical risk assessments and present actionable solutions to senior leadership. 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. You will join a culture that values bold thinking, provides the resources you need to succeed, and encourages you to make a tangible impact on groundbreaking aerospace programs. Who You Are
You are a collaborative, forward-thinking engineer with a proven ability to thrive in dynamic, high-stakes environments. You bring deep expertise in systems engineering, MBSE, and agile methodologies, and you excel at communicating complex ideas across disciplines. Your passion for cutting-edge technology and your disciplined approach to solving challenging problems make you an ideal fit for our storied Skunk Works heritage. Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Top Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Math. Systems engineering experience to include but not limited to requirements tracking, risk management, architecture evaluation, airworthiness. verification or validation. Aerospace industry experience
Desired

Skills:

Strong oral & written communication skills and analytical thinking ability Must have the ability to work independently as well as being a team player and willing to support other team members on a proactive basis in any capacity needed. Must engage professionally and effectively with senior management. Must be able to successfully meet deadlines and execute to a strict timeline. Final Top Secret Clearance investigation within the last 5 years with ability to or in the process of obtaining a Top Secret SAR/SAP clearance.

Experience in Mission Systems (MS) system design and development Experience executing in a digital engineering environment (i.e., MBSE and digital twin)

Experience with DOORS, Rhapsody, 3DX, Cameo, or other digital engineering tools Ability to work with different engineering disciplines to derive and decompose requirements Work experience with operational modeling tools Experience developing a system architecture Experience using software tools (such as MS Excel, JIRA and Access)

Experience with systems engineering processes
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…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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