Lockheed Martin

GPS Satellite Systems Engineer


PayCompetitive
LocationColorado Springs/Colorado
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 675706BR

      Basic Qualifications

      • Strong interpersonal, technical writing and oral presentation skills
      • Fluency with standard Microsoft Office Products
      • Competency with basic engineering analysis practices
      • Familiarity with basic programming languages and concepts (MATLAB, C#, Visual Basic)

      Job Code/Title

      E1462:Systems Engineer

      Job Description

      • Function as a Subsystem Engineer supporting real-time operations of the Global Positioning System satellite constellation through subsystem performance assessment, on-orbit operations support, and anomaly identification and resolution
      • Support test and readiness activities including exercises, rehearsals, early orbit operations, and on orbit checkout activities for new spacecraft
      • Provide support to the Mission Operations Manager and lead engineers for a designated spacecraft subsystem
      • Perform tracking, trending and analysis of on-orbit spacecraft data
      • Interface with United States Space Force personnel during on-orbit operations, performance assessment reviews and course of action determination briefings
      • Provide and review written spacecraft performance assessments
      • Support technical studies to enhance and extend spacecraft operations
      • Maintain certifications to provide periodic 24x7 on-call engineering support and on-console operations in support of assigned missions
      • Adhere to standard engineering practices and approved GPS Mission Operations Group processes and procedures

      Desired skills

      • Prior experience with satellite operations, systems and practices
      • Basic understanding of systems thinking skills and behaviors
      • Experience with military facilities, personnel, and practices
      • Active DoD Secret security clearance

      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.

      Select the Telework classification for this position

      Employee will telework <>

      Ability to Telecommute

      Part time telecommuting

      Shift

      First

      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.

      Work Schedule

      4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

      Security Clearance Information

      This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

      Security Clearance

      Secret

      LMCareers Business Unit

      SPACE

      Program

      GPS On-Orbit Sustainment

      Department

      72A3A00:DOD Satellite Ops/Engr

      Job Class

      Systems Engineering: Other

      Job Category

      Experienced Professional

      City, State

      COLORADO SPRINGS-CO

      City

      COLORADO SPRINGS

      Zip

      80912

      Virtual

      no

      Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

      Possible

      Req Type

      Full-Time

      Direct/Indirect

      Direct

      *

      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.

      EEO

      Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
      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.

      National Pay Statement

      Pay Rate:
      The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $67,400 - $129,300. 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.

      Premium Pay Statement

      Pay Rate:
      The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $77,600 - $146,000. 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.

  • About the company

      Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.