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**Description:** **WHO WE ARE** Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry/. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting/-edge technology and engineering/. **WHAT WE'RE DOING** Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity/. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future/. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity/. **THE WORK** Lockheed Martins SBIRS team is seeking a highly skilled **Systems Engineer /- PCA/HEO to work from our Sunnyvale, CA/. location/.** The Space Based Infrared System /(SBIRS/) Geosynchronous Orbit /(GEO/) and Highly Elliptical Orbit /(HEO/) constellations utilize the Pointing and Control /(PCA/) subsystem to provide control and knowledge of the Payload sensor's Line/-of/-Sight /(LOS/) direction/. The PCA consists of the Gyro Reference Assembly /(GRA/), the two/-axis gimbals, the Motor Drive Electronics /(MDE/), and the Line/-of/-Sight Computer /(LOSC/)/. The PCA Technical Analyst /(TA/) is considered the day/-to/-day subject matter expert on the Pointing and Control Assembly along with its associated hardware and is therefore expected to acquire in/-depth knowledge of the functions stated above and is responsible for the daily state of health and operability of the PCA components/. The PCA TA must support each HEO and GEO space vehicles operations from factory integration and test until decommission/. This role will also function as a satellite factory, Systems Engineer overseeing mission operation projects that contribute to the day to day activities of satellite constellation and maintenance and health/. As a Systems Engineer, you will: - Learn GEO space vehicle operations from factory integration and test until decommission - Be responsible for the daily state of health and operability of the constellation - Work closely with and rely on the technical analysts, Certified Principle Engineers /(CPE/) and Subject Matter Experts /(SME/) to understand and resolve issues - Apply what you learned to support satellite day in the life /(DITL/) testing - Document operational processes, findings, and resolutions - Travel when required /(Less than 10%/) **WHY JOIN US** Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization/. **Professional Development:** Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world/-class training and development programs/. **Collaborative Culture:** Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success/. **Competitive Benefits:** LM employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually/. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy: - Medical - Dental - 401k - Paid time off - Work/life balance - Career development - Mentorship opportunities - Rewards & recognition We care about our employees and offer a generous benefits package : 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more/. **Basic Qualifications:** - No clearance required prior to start however the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance is required - Basic understand/experience of JIRA and Confluence - Team oriented with willingness to learn - Familiarity and knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite - Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime and weekends when necessary to support mission goals **Desired Skills:** - Active DoD Secret clearance - Team oriented, Detail Oriented, willingness to learn - Basic understanding on Satellite Operations and Orbits - Products release management experience - Commanding On/-orbit Satellite experience - Eager to learn and provide feedback on how to make processes better and more efficient - Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while buildings solid relationships and trusts with internal team members and customers - Project management and organization - Bachelor of Science in engineering, technical, or related discipline Support all pre/-launch readiness rehearsals and launch and early orbit test support - Develop tools and techniques to perform analysis **Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration/. **Clearance Level:** Secret **Other Important Information You Should Know** **Expression of Interest:** 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:** Onsite Full/-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility/. **Work Schedules:** 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/. **Schedule for this Position:** 9x80 every other Friday off **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/. **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/. **Experience Level:** Experienced Professional **Business Unit:** SPACE **Relocation Available:** Possible **Career Area:** Systems Engineering: Other **Type:** Full/-Time **Shift:** First