Systems Engineer, Staff
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 15, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.
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For over 70 years, the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) team has supported the Navy’s mission to provide affordable and credible strategic defense. We offer unique career opportunities and challenges on a program with a rich history and exciting future. We help keep this nation and our allies secure and we need your expertise to deliver amazing new technologies to our customers while maintaining the technical requirements of the strategic deterrence.
Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly motivated Systems Engineer, Staff to help plan and execute the Sea Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM) operational processes and test flights in Titusville, FL.
As part of the FBM and SLCM Programs you will report to Deployed Reentry Systems supporting the Navy where you will focus on planning and executing the testing required to ceritify the SLCM system.
In this role you will:
- Develop, evaluate, and plan for multiple required tests
- Develop proofing, and engineering evaluations
- Interface closely with our Navy Partners, both virtually and in person
- Travel up to 25% is required
The information reflects the standard job description for this position: Performs 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. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in Systems Engineering across the program lifecycle
- Knowledge of Missile Flight Test Integration
- Knowledge of Strategic Weapons Facilities (SWF) CONOPs
- Knowledge of SWOP (Special Weapons Ordnance Procedures) proofing and management
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret Clearance; US Citizenship required
• Ability to travel up to 16 weeks per year
Desired Skills
- Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience/combined education
- Expertise in SPALT (Strategic Systems, Programs, Alterations) and NWRO (Nuclear Weapons Retrofit Order) processes.
- Knowledge Systems Support Equipment and H-Gear.
- Knowledge of RB (reentry body) hardware.
- Experience with experimental missile/RB development and flight test
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
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The 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.
Benefits 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.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.