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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.\nAt 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.\nFlight Software Systems Integration Lead\nDefine and implement end-to-end telemetry downlink architectur\nRepresent Systems Engineering in FSW Development and Integratio\nDefine HW/SW Interfaces\nConduct hardware-in-the loop (HWIL) testing to verify timing, synchronization and data integrity\nCreate and execute ground-test and flight-test plans for telemetry downlink performance, including link-budget analysis, bit-error-rate (BER) testing, and end-to-end data validation.\nDiagnose and resolve telemetry-related anomalies discovered during integration, test\nStandard job description for this position\nPerforms 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.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. (Master’s preferred)\nMinimum 5 years of professional experience in software development or systems integration for aerospace/missile systems\nProficiency in C/C++ (embedded), Python/MATLAB for scripting and analysis, and familiarity with real-time operating systems \nStrong understanding of telemetry protocols, RF communications, modulation/demodulation, and link-budget calculation\nHands-on experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test rigs, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and data acquisition system\nActive and Current Secret Clearance required. Thus US Citizenship is required \nDesired Skills\nSystems Engineering: Ability to produce and interpret Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and system architecture diagrams.\nSignal Processing: Knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) for real-time telemetry conditioning, compression, and error-correction.\nMission-Critical Operations: Prior involvement in live-flight or test-range activities, including real-time data monitoring and post-flight analysis.\nCross-Domain Collaboration: Proven track record working with multi-disciplinary teams (GNC, propulsion, avionics, ground-station) in a fast-paced defense environment.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nProficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00\nAt Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.\nThe salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.\nBenefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.\nAnnual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. 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