> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3887006-systems-engineer-iv-staff-secret-clearance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3887006-systems-engineer-iv-staff-secret-clearance). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer IV (Staff) - Secret clearance - **Company:** Lockheed Martin - **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $131,100.0 - $243,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Data Reduction, Scrum Methodology, Satcom, Verification and Validation (Software), Software Testing Automation Framework, System Testing, Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Test Scripts, SC Clearance - **Published:** October 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/28128893/Systems-Engineer-Iv-Staff-Secret-Clearance-California-Sunnyvale-1301 ## About the Role Successful applicants generally have at least 5+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in Engineering or related STEM degree (e.g., (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Systems, or related field), * Demonstrated experience in the areas of Systems Engineering, Integration, and/or Test * Understanding of system testing principles, methodologies, and techniques; including test planning, execution, and reporting * Experience in agile development process, roles, and rhythms (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) * Experience with MBSE Tools (e.g CAMEO) with knowledge of system test concepts Security Clearance / Work Authorization * To meet requirements of the program/customer, this position requires the selected employee to be a U.S. Citizen. * Active Secret security clearance is required for consideration and is the minimum level of clearance required to start employment. * Although not required to start, the selected applicant must be eligible to obtain, and maintain, Top Secret with adjudicated SCI Eligibility (i.e. TS/SCI) for long term employment on this program Desired Skills * 7+ years of experience performing Systems Engineering and integration activities in the aerospace industry, with a focus on ground segments or satellite communications systems * Experience with test automation frameworks and tools * Experience as part of a larger system focused technical team, with knowledge of the space to ground segment interface * Demonstrated ability to work with multiple engineering fields to develop MBSE products, test plans and procedures * Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills ## Description Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Space Systems Test and Verification Engineer to support the ESS GRIFFON program, focusing on the integration and test of the Space to Ground Segment for a satellite communications (SATCOM) system. The ideal candidate will have a background in Systems Engineering, with a focus on designing, developing, and executing system integration tests. As the System Test and Verification Engineer, your roles will be: * Perform as a Test Engineer responsible for execution of test procedures during testing * Review, evaluate and have an understanding of test requirements * Develop, prepare and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules supporting production and development programs * Have an understanding of and support lower-level checkouts that build up to system level demonstrations * Perform integration studies, tasks, and implementation * Support System Engineering in the development and verification of System and Segment requirements * Perform data review and data reduction, and generate final test reports * Document test anomalies found during test execution and lead troubleshooting, to identify root cause and corrective actions to resolve technical issues, and develop re-test procedures, as needed * Prepare Test Readiness Review and Test Exit Review presentation packages * Identify and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives * Have an understanding of and perform job duties using the principles and disciplines of Test Engineering including procedures, process discipline and command media, Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analysis 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.