Job ID: 697774BR Date posted: Aug. 13, 2025 Program: Global Security
Description:Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most.

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.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Lockheed Martin seeks an innovative and talented Spacecraft Responsible Systems Engineer (SC RSE) to join the Global Security team in Denver, Colorado.

The Global Security Spacecraft Responsible Systems Engineer (SC RSE) plays a vital role in end-to-end program execution by guiding the technical development of the spacecraft through all programmatic phases from initial design formulation, design maturation, production/manufacturing, system level integration & test, and deployment into flight operations.
The SC RSE has a strong understanding of all spacecraft subsystems, the internal/external interfaces, and how the entire system functions within a complex System-of-Systems operation to accomplish its mission.

You will directly support the Chief Engineer and Lead Systems Engineer, and will work closely with a team of top technical talent from across the program to provide the best, integrated solution that meets overall performance, cost and schedule needs.
You will be leading an integrated team through overall system design, requirements development, test execution, requirements verification, and certification activities in support of completing key program milestones within budget and schedule, and delivering a certified system to meet customer needs.
A successful SC RSE seeks to move the design/build/test of the spacecraft forward within the framework of the overall program, while demonstrating the ability to manage priorities and make proper risk-based decisions related to spacecraft build/performance within the program’s cost and schedule constraints.
As such, the SC RSE provides the senior technical leadership on the program and is the primary interface between the technical team and program executive leadership.

As a Spacecraft Responsible Systems Engineer (SC RSE), your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following

• Balance and assess the design, test program and requirements to meet mission needs
• Enforce the Systems Engineering processes and functions, tailored to a go-fast program
• Establish and enforce the standard for anomaly investigations
• Ensure adequate peer reviews and trade study rigor to confirm all engineering changes are complete prior to implementation
• Ensure leadership (Chief Engineer, Program Management, Customer Counterparts) are informed & engaged in decisions which impact contractual performance
• Ensure technical risks are adequately represented

Selected candidates will typically have a Bachelors degree, or higher, in Engineering or other technical discipline with 14+ years of related professional work experience

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This position is in Denver, Colorado. Learn more about Denver here.

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Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience with space flight hardware and/or software from component specification and development through system integration and test
• Experience with one or more space subsystems (e.g., Electrical Power, Mechanical Structures, Mechanisms, Avionics, RF, Communication, etc.)
• Technical leadership of small teams or projects
• Active or Current Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for SCI - T5 investigation required
Desired Skills:
• Prior experience with Class C programs
• Knowledge and application of Systems Engineering processes and functions
• Prior experience as a Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) or Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE)
• Prior experience leading major milestone reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR)
• Prior experience with satellite systems design, development, integration, test
• Experience with systems architecture design of spacecraft, payload, and ground systems
• Experience in the design, development, and production phases of a contract
• Experience with Technical Baseline Management
• Experience with Risk and Opportunity Management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment
• Active or Current TS/SCI with T5 investigation
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: TS/SCI
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 and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $122,900 - $216,660. 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.
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: Design and Verification
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First