Systems Engineer

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Stratford
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

WHAT WE'RE DOING We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the full product lifecycle of avionics subsystems. You will translate customer requirements into technical solutions, define hardware/software interfaces, verify requirements, and integrate safety?critical systems. The role may focus on software?requirements development or on software verification (C?code test procedures) as needed. THE WORK - Develop system, software, and subsystem requirements (HLR & LLR). - Define external and internal hardware/software interfaces. - Collaborate with cross?functional teams on interface definitions and allocation of requirements to engineering disciplines. - Support documentation and requirements verification, maintaining traceability matrices. - Create test plans, procedures, and reports; execute integration, verification, and validation tests. - Work with software architects to capture, refine, and allocate software requirements, ensuring they are testable and linked to system?level needs. - Design and implement C?code?based test procedures to fully verify SRS HLR and SDD LLR requirements, including lab investigation, troubleshooting, regression analysis, and traceability to the original requirements. WHO WE ARE At Lockheed Martin, we are driven by innovation and integrity. By applying the highest standards of business ethics and forward?thinking, we achieve anything we set out to do. We value your skills, training, education, and background, and we are committed to providing a work environment that encourages and supports employees to think big, perform with quality, and build incredible products. About our mission: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/who-we-are/business-areas/rotary-and-mission-systems.html WHO YOU ARE - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong analytical and problem?solving abilities. - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment while also working independently on assigned tasks. - Experience building strong customer relationships and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders. - Relevant education/experience in systems engineering, avionics, or related fields. WHY JOIN US We value your expertise and provide a supportive environment where you can: - Contribute to cutting?edge defense platforms and mission?critical software. - Collaborate with top engineers across multiple disciplines. - Develop and certify embedded mission software for modern aircraft. - Grow your career with continuous learning and development opportunities. - Be part of a company renowned for its commitment to innovation, quality, and ethical standards. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent). • Minimum 2 years of professional engineering experience or a Master’s degree with no required experience. • Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) – Preferably CAMEO • Experience with development of software requirements and working collaboratively with software engineers in the design, development, and test of software • Experience with the design, integration and test of systems and software operational programs Desired skills • Knowledge of system design, requirements definition, and documentation • Knowledge of system verification/test documentation and conduct • Experience working on cross-functional teams (Hardware, Software, Integration/Test) • Programming skills in languages such as C, C++ or Python • Experience with Real Time Operating Systems and embedded platforms • Current active Secret security clearance Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. * At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. 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 Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Work Schedule Information Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $73,400 - $129,260. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $84,300 - $146,165. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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