Systems Engineering IPT Lead

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: King of Prussia
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description WHAT WE'RE DOING Do you want to be part of a culture that inspires employees to think big, innovate, perform with excellence, and build incredible products? If you have the passion, drive, and courage to dream big, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Come and join our team! Lockheed Martin’s Rotary and Mission Systems Enterprise Mission Command & Control (EMC2) team is seeking a proven technical leader to serve both as the Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead for the CommandIQ product line and as the Independent Research & Development (IRAD) Principal Investigator (PI) that will drive advanced research to extend the CommandIQ ecosystem. CommandIQ’s vision is to provide Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) capabilities – driving the evolution of joint multi?domain mission integration through advanced, agile, and interoperable C2 solutions. The Product Line is organized into 5 Integrated Product Teams across Mission Services, System Suite, Mission Apps, View, and Ecosystem. We are seeking exceptional technical leadership talent to deliver next-level BMC2 solutions. THE WORK In this important role, you will: • Define and own the IPT scope - ensure alignment with RMS policies, the program?defined process, and contract requirements. • Define and own the IRAD project scope and IPT roadmap. • Cross?IPT technical coordination – drive the technical business rhythm and facilitate communication among sub?IPTs • Plan and execute an IPT plan/schedule/taskings to meet technical, cost, schedule, and quality goals to include risks and mitigations and alignment to the agile development process and overall product line master plan. • Set the vision, goals, road map and lead the team to achieve it. • Monitor cost/schedule performance against the plan, drive corrective actions, and report status to the PIT/SEIT. • Interface with program management, customers, and certification authorities WHO WE ARE Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. On this team, you will collaborate with a diverse team of technical professionals including software developers, systems engineers, and I&T engineers, in addition to cross functional leaders and stakeholders across the business and industry. You will work with cross-functional team in a highly dynamic mission-focused environment. WHO YOU ARE • An experienced technical leader who possess a strong engineering background across the entire system lifecycle • A proven leader with experience in BMC2 • Experience in leading release/agile processes for a software development program • Passionate about employee and team career development • An individual who is committed to delivering high quality, cutting edge technology to be used by our customers and allies across the country and world. • An experienced leader in interfacing and briefing customers, stakeholders, and leadership WHY JOIN US Joining our team offers you the opportunity to support a join a company and a team where your contributions are valued and you can develop your skills and expertise. Our team also puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren't focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we're happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life both in and outside of work, along with competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Basic Qualifications • 15 years of progressive experience in systems engineering, integration, and test of aerospace or defense systems. • 5 years in a lead or principal technical role overseeing large?scale I&T or Command and Control (C2) campaigns/programs • Experience in systems engineering processes and system integration functions to include requirements management, architecture development, system integration, test, and verification • Model-based Systems Engineering experience • Strong communication, stakeholder?engagement, and risk?management abilities. • Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing the critical skills of others • Experience leading teams in generation of technical data products • Capture Experience including authoring proposals, developing BOEs, and developing strategies and technical solutions • Understanding of DevSecOps Practices inclusive of Agile Product Development leveraging Scrum & Kanban • Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required • Ability to be onsite in Colorado Springs monthly Desired skills • Prior experience executing a program that is part of a common product line • Experience in IAMD or C2 Systems/Programs • Experience working on both domestic and international programs • Prior experience as a Lockheed Martin L-code leader, product leader, or SE Lead • Demonstrated digital transformation or 1LMX experience • Experience with model?based testing, hardware?in?the?loop (HIL), software?in?the?loop (SIL), and flight test operations. • Earned Value Management experience either as a CAM or project engineer/manager. • Master’s degree (preferred) in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Engineering Management, or related discipline. 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. 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. 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $128,400 - $226,435. 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 $147,700 - $255,990. 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.

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