Lead Engineer, Unix​/Linux

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Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

At Lockheed Martin, we're at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology and innovation. Our campus is a hub for engineering excellence, where we tackle some of the world’s most challenging engineering problems. We pride ourselves on our culture of creativity, excellence, and product innovation.

At our Lockheed Martin RMS Mitchel Field site on Long Island (NYC metro area), we are seeking a skilled engineer primarily responsible for leading technical efforts and projects for the U.S. Navy’s strategic navigation submarine programs. In this role you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams as you lead technical projects from inception to completion. You will be accountable to engineering management for technical oversight for different functional areas of the navigation subsystem and associated technical efforts.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Joining Lockheed Martin means becoming part of a team that’s making a significant impact in the field of engineering. When you choose to work with us, you’ll enjoy:

• Our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or Physics, in addition to at least 5 years of professional experience
• Applicable technical experience on model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively on an Agile team with both local and geographically distributed teammates including subcontractors, technical agents, and customers
• Excellent demonstrated interpersonal and time management skillsets
• Must be a U.S. citizen; this position will require a government security clearance

• Advanced degree from an accredited college in a related discipline such as Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or Physics
• Experience with MBSE tools
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and/or development efforts
• Knowledge of Python, PyTorch, ONNX, and general AI/ML tools and libraries
• Basic understanding of time‑domain (Kalman, Least‑Squares, etc.) and frequency‑domain filtering (Low‑Pass, High‑Pass, Band‑Pass, Notch, etc.)
• Proficiency working within both Windows and Unix/Linux environments
• Proficiency with simulation tools (e.g., Simulink) and scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, C++/C)
• Familiarity with coding in C and C++
• Familiarity with Position, Navigation, and Timing with and without GPS
• Familiarity with Inertial Navigation algorithms
• Familiarity with Estimation and Guidance algorithms
• Familiarity with active SONAR systems (Correlation Velocity Log, Doppler Velocity Log, etc.) and underwater platforms
• Active Secret / Top Secret Security Clearance

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

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: Part‑time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five‑day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time Off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off

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

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: RMS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Systems Engineering:
System Architecture

Type: Full‑Time

Shift: First