Chief Systems Architect

WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Sikorsky, we have been helping the future arrive since 1923. We solve the great problems of our times and innovative technologies that define eras. While no one knows what's going to change the world next, our people are already working on it.

The Chief Systems Architect (CSA) is responsible for creating the systems architecture to be implemented across all programs  CSA is responsible for establishing design consistency across families of products, building the plan to achieve those design goals, and supervising the execution of the plan. Due to the nature of the role and our products, the CSA will have experience with Platform Systems Integration and Product Line Engineering to foster cross-enterprise collaboration and create opportunities for new technology insertion.

This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to link systems architecture and the digital thread to drive systems thinking into our programs and products.

The CSA is a functional role reporting to the Director of the Model Based Systems Architecture (MBSA) organization, and is the key focal point for functional, logical, and physical architecture decisions across the Sikorsky portfolio of products. The CSA will drive technology and tool insertion to ensure commonality across programs and maximize reuse where applicable. The CSA must establish and leverage relationships with the Digital Transformation (Dx), 1

LMX, and Internal Research and Development (IRAD) efforts to optimize program execution through improved process, tooling, and automation. The CSA is also responsible for shaping program processes and standards related to implementing Open Systems Standards, such as MOSA.

Due to the increasing emphasis on model-based systems engineering (MBSE) required by our customers and Lockheed Martin strategy, the ideal candidate will have experience implementing MBSE for complex systems using Cameo or an equivalent modeling tool.

To lead the development and maintenance of the approved baseline architecture, the CSA is responsible for leading teams of architects and engineers across multiple product market segments to accomplish the following:

• Functional and logical architecture development
• System behavior definition based on operational use cases and mission scenarios
• Trade studies at all product levels
• Design changes when analyses show margins are not met
• Ensure the design satisfies the requirements
• Track technical performance measures

Whether at the program or strategic level, the CSA is responsible to provide guidance and mentoring to engineering staff on system architecture, SE, and MBE to develop the next generation of leaders. The ideal candidate must have a demonstrated track record of successful mentorship. The CSA will also be responsible for establishing a skill development roadmap that will prepare new architects, and will participate in defining job responsibilities for system architects and interviews for new architect positions.

Please note:

This role requires an active secret clearance. US citizenship required as most programs and projects assigned are ITAR restricted.

With our employees as our top priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility.

• B.S. in an Engineering discipline
• Expert level understanding of Systems Engineering and Systems Architecture with a minimum of 15 years of experience
• Experience with Platform Systems Integration and Product Line Engineering
• Familiarity with various frameworks i.e DODAF, MODAF, UAF, NAF for architecture development
• Experience with various modeling standards/languages such as SysML, UPDM, UAF
• Experience building architecture models of complex products using Cameo or equivalent MBSE tools
• Experience architecting complex systems consisting of hardware, software, and electrical components
• Ability to lead and create a collaborative environment in a matrixed environment

• Masters in Systems Engineering
• Expert in Platform Systems Integration
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Certified Architect (LM or other)

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

Clearance Level: Secret

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