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Systems Engineer Associate - Early Career

Lockheed Martin

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Systems Engineer Associate - Early Career with Lockheed Martin in King of Prussia, PA, paying $65,500–$121,700 a year ($31.49–$58.51 an hour). Posted Oct 22, 2026.

Pay
$65,500–$121,700 a year ($31.49–$58.51 an hour)
Location
King of Prussia, PA
Employment type
Full-time
Employer
Lockheed Martin (government contractor)
Posted
Oct 22, 2026
Who can apply
Secret clearance required

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Job Description

Standard Job Description

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. 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 perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
Understanding of Systems Engineering fundamentals, lifecycle, and work products
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Active DoD Secret clearance or above

Desired Skills

Experience with a related Program, Project or Customer
Experience working in the development phase of a Space or Missile development program preferably for the US Government
Systems engineering experience or relevant systems engineering training through a university or certificate program
Experience with one or more Systems Engineering functions in a program setting, such as:
a.) Subsystem design or analysis
b.) CONOPS development
c.) System modeling or analysis
d.) Requirements and Interface Control Document (ICD) development
e.) System trade studies
f.) System Integration, Test and/or Verification
g.) Design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.)
Missile or space segment design and test experience with one or more subsystems or disciplines outside of Systems Engineering
Familiarity or proficiency with the following engineering tools: Model Center, Cameo (NoMagic) aligned with UAF® using Unified Profile for DoDAF/MODAF (UPDM™) 3.0 modeling standard and UML/SysML, DOORS
Ability to work in a fast-paced, synergetic team environment
Demonstrated basic understanding of systems thinking skills and behaviors
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong social skills, and ability to build consensus among peers while building solid relationships with team members
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $65500.00 - $121700.00
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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