Senior Orion Systems Engineer

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Orion Senior Systems Engineer to be a part of the Artemis and Orion teams taking astronauts to the Moon and beyond. You will be responsible for software kickstarts and network configuration for the Integrated Test Lab, Vehicle Management Computer Test Bench, Support Software Development Lab, and Orion Utility Network Lab.

• Maintenance of existing lab configurations
• Development for lab upgrades
• Troubleshooting and anomaly resolution

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.

• B.S. in Computer Science or related degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent working experience
• Demonstrated experience in Redhat operating system, Python, and Linux shell scripting
• General networking background
• US Citizen is required

Desired Skills

• Cisco certification
• Software lifecycle knowledge/experience
• Software configuration management system background (Perforce)
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules
• Works effectively independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Orion spacecraft avionics and ground systems

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice

Full-Time Salary Range: $95900.00 - $178100.00 At 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. 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., + $107,900-195,050 per year