Field Systems Engineer Job Details

Job Description

Job Title: Field Systems Engineer

Posting Start Date: 10/1/26

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Who we are
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions. Our Manassas campus is a thriving center of engineering expertise, fostering a culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the creation of exceptional products. Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of what's possible. The Field Engineer will be based full time at the VADM James H. Doyle, Jr. Combat System Engineering Development Site (CSEDS) with Travel to our Manassas campus for training and development.

What We’re Doing
At Lockheed Martin, we're at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and innovation. Our campus in Manassas, Virginia is a hub for engineering excellence, where we tackle some of the world's most challenging engineering problems. We pride ourselves on our culture of creativity, excellence, and product innovation.

The Work
In this exciting role, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading design professionals and contribute to groundbreaking projects. Be a part of the SQQ-89 program Field Engineering Team. Work with our team to develop tools for our Navy customer as we deliver the latest capabilities for the fleets tactical systems. The successful candidate will be flexible, motivated, dedicated, detail-focused, team-oriented, and capable of multi-tasking.
As a key member of our Field Engineering team, you will
• Perform under general supervision to complete milestones associated with specific projects
• Conduct Software initial installs of new SQQ-89 Software, and support integration through SOD
• Ensuring system issues are documented and tracked the problem report system and provide SW maintenance as required
• Manage the incoming SQQ-89 Hardware system, inspect and track defective hardware through the LRU Maintenance and replacement process
• Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team during SQQ-89 and Aegis Test events.

Why Join Us
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Joining Lockheed Martin means becoming part of a team that's making a significant impact in the field of engineering. When you choose to work with us, you'll enjoy:
•An excellent working environment equipped with state-of-the-art tools.
•The opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and top-notch professionals.
•A chance to be a part of solving some of the world's most challenging engineering problems.
•A culture that encourages creativity, excellence, and the development of remarkable products.
If you're ready to take your career to the next level, work on groundbreaking projects, and be a part of a team that thrives on innovation, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our mission.
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

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Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related technical field and 3 years of relevant work experience OR 5+ years of directly related hands-on System Integration experience on complex systems.
• Proficient with Linux operating system.
• Experience creating or revising technical system documentation.
• Must be able to utilize Microsoft Windows and Office products in support of day to day tasking.
• Qualified candidate must be eligible for a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Must be willing/able for inital travel up to 6 weeks with periodic travel to customer sites.

Desired Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience integrating and software installs.
• Experience with SQQ-89 or Aegis programs and systems.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic
environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, with ability to ensure
accurate and reliable test results.

Interview Questions

Acclimation to new team: Describe the last time you joined a new organization. How did you get acclimated? What were the most valuable pieces of information you learned or activities you undertook?

Analytical Ability: Give an example of a time you identified a small problem and took action to fix it before it became a major problem. What were the potential pitfalls you were trying to avoid?

Analytical Ability: Describe a situation in which your analysis of a problem suggested an unconventional solution. What was the analysis you did, and how did you translate your findings into a course of action?

Analytical Ability: Give an example of how you applied knowledge from a previous project (or class in the case of a recent graduate) to a later, perhaps more complex project. Did you recognize you were doing so at the time?

Analytical Ability: Give me a specific example of a time when you used good judgment and logic in solving a problem. What steps did you take?

Be accountable: Give me an example of a time you went above or beyond the call of duty in order to get a job done.

Be accountable: Describe a time you had to deal with a particularly difficult resource management issue regarding people, materials, or assets.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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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.