Systems Engineering Manager

Basic Qualifications

• 8\+ years OPS experience support on-orbit assets in a technical capacity
• Proven ability to make decisions under pressure
• Superior communication skills
• NGG program experience
• An active DOD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a SCI level clearance is required for consideration

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

What We're Doing

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. 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. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

THE WORK

Lockheed Martins Fight Operations Support (FOS) mission operation’s team is seeking a highly skilled

Systems Engineering Manager with an active Secret clearance to work as FOS Factory Manager from our Sunnyvale, CA. location.

The Next Generation GEO (NGG) program modernizes the United States' geostationary defense satellite constellation, replacing legacy SBIRS assets with advanced infrared sensors, resilient communications, and autonomous on‑orbit servicing. NGG delivers enhanced missile warning, missile defense, and space situational awareness capabilities while improving survivability, scalability, and cost‑effectiveness across a 15‑year lifecycle.

In this role you will manage factory operations (Launch \& Sustainment) on a first of kind bus/payload and ground system ensuring successful execution on a Class-A program providing management oversight and leadership for technical planning and integration of Factory operations, including: vehicle and payload SOH trending and management, system change activity, anomaly response and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities Include

• Employee management and planning: employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.
• Ensuring successful FOS operations by providing oversight for Factory and integration with external FOS teams.
• Acting FOS Approval Board Co-Chair responsible for review and release of command product updates and on-orbit command activities
• Rotating On-call support as Factory Manager Representative at Anomaly management meetings
• Shift work as needed during launch rehearsals and Launch and Early Orbit execution
• Provide program status reporting as requested
• Provide active interface to OPS and Development customers
• Provide Control Account Manager inputs and manage VEMO

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development:

Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture:

Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits:

LM employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards \& recognition

We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package: 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more.

Desired Skills

• Systems Engineering/Mission Operation knowledge and experience inclusive of complete Space Vehicle lifecycle, as well as engineering processes and review knowledge
• Familiarity with DoD program support
• Demonstrated Program/Project Management and team leadership skills
• Customer interface experience
• Experience with Satellite Launch and Early Orbit Test activities
• Familiarity with the A2100 Tech Refresh Satellite BUS
• Experience in major acquisition programs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Broad experience of Systems Engineering/Integration life cycle process and tools
• Proposal preparation
• Knowledge of program management, finance, contracts, Earned Value Management (EVM) and demonstrated business insight
• Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members, customers, and leadership
• Ability to lead multi-functional teams and lead

multiple teams to communicate and coordinate work as one team with common goals

• Recognized as an authority in systems thinking techniques with the demonstrated ability to apply them to a wide range of complex problems and train others in their application

Other Important Information

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.