Standard Job Description
What You Will Be Doing
As the Systems Architect you will be responsible for shaping learning the technical foundation that enables F‑22 operators to plan, maintain, and sustain their aircraft throughout its lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Design and evolve the vehicle and mission systems architecture to meet current and future warfighter requirements.
- Implement open systems architecture .
- Learn and apply technical guidance and principals to assigned work.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders to design, test, and integrate capabilities for the F-22 aircraft.
- Participate in the Systems Architecture Pipeline Training program.
What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to pursue challenging goals, work hard, and enjoy what you do then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
You are a strategic thinker with deep expertise in systems architecture and a proven track record in secure, large‑scale aerospace programs. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate complex concepts clearly, and drive technical excellence. Your passion for advancing mission‑critical capabilities makes this role uniquely rewarding.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
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Designs, develops and oversees system architectures, including complex systems and systems design activities. Serves as focal point for the development and communication of the system architecture. Ensures conversion of mission requirements into total systems solutions that account for design and technology maturity constraints of the system. Develops systems and system element architecture, design, and interface definition. Supports internal and external design reviews. Maintains knowledge of current and developing technologies and design and analysis methodologies. Develops models and architectural guidelines for current and future system development.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (aerospace, computer, science, computer engineering, systems engineering, or other technical degree).
• Have fundamental knowledge of Systems Engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and/or Computer systems.
• Experience with IT Equipment (Server, Storage and Network or Firewall Appliances).
• Ability to communicate technical information within team to identify, discuss, and resolve technical challenges.
Desired Skills
• Familiar with MBSE and modeling tools
• Possess an advanced technical degree (aerospace, computer science, computer engineering, systems engineering, or other technical degree).
• Previous F-22 experience.
• Technical knowledge of the F-22 baseline architecture.
• Strong practices with regulated configuration management level outputs.
• Ability to work independently, showing initiative and resourcefulness
• Time Management skills
• Working well under pressure
• Familiarity with DevSecOps principles• Be prepared to learn coding standards and software development best practices.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $81100.00 - $150500.00
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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.