Systems Engineer-IT Asc Mgr - Level 4 (Top Secret)
Lockheed Martin· Defense· Sep 28, 2026 · 1mo ago
King of Prussia, PA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$130K–$175K est.
Job description
Standard Job Description
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.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. As a Systems Engineer-IT Associate Manager, you will:
• Employee recruitment
• Training
• Performance assessments
• Work assignments
• Career development
• Salary and recognition
• Disciplinary actions, etc.
The information below reflects the standard job description for this position:
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems, and information technology related responsibilities including design, development, and analysis of computer systems or programs based on and related to user or system design specifications; applying systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that do not perform IT responsibilities, use E146, Systems Engineer.
Basic Qualifications
• Currently hold an active DOD 8570 certificate (Security+, etc.)
• Currently hold an active Top Secret with the ability to obtain and maintain a SCI security clearance
• Experience managing hypervisors such as RedHat OpenStack, Hyper-V, or VMWare
• Scripting with Ansible, bash, PowerShell, etc.
• Experience with managing RHEL 9, Windows 11 and Server 2022
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory / Group Policy / System hardening
• Experience with managing Networking equipment (Cisco / Juniper / Palo Alto)
• Proficiency in System architecture and design
Desired Skills
• Experience in Agile using Agile tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Version One, etc.)
• Comfortable working with different customers in varying work environments
• Strategic thinker that can relate technology solutions to customer use cases
• Good balance of IQ & EQ to be able to solve both technical and social challenges
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience and understanding
• Previous Agile team leadership experience as RTE, Scrum Master, Agile Coach or Product Owner
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
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.
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Benefits
Benefits detected in the listing.
Dental
Vision
401(K)
Pto
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave