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Systems Engineering Manager

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Moorestown, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026
Job Description

WHAT WE'RE DOING

As a part of the Lockheed Martin community, we take on challenges and find solutions using creativity and collaboration. If you're looking to be a part of a passionate team solving these complex problems, then Rotary and Mission Systems is the place for you.

THE WORK

The Systems Engineering Manager will be the First-Line Manager (FLM) for the Counter-UAS Development group reporting to the Launchers & C-UAS Engineering organization. The candidate will report directly to the Launchers & C-UAS Engineering Senior Manager and will support the rapid development and demonstration of our extensible C-UAS system, Sanctum, in Moorestown, New Jersey for the Sensors, Effectors, and Mission Systems business.

Responsibilities include:

Providing technical and administrative leadership to approximately twenty-five systems, software, and test engineers of varied experience levels.

Coordinating direct report employee recruitment, training, performance assessment, work assignments, staffing, salary, recognition, and disciplinary actions.

Coordinating with programs on technical and staffing requirements, ensuring adherence to the engineering development processes, and collaborating with cross-functional organizations, including lab management and facilities groups.

Reviewing business pursuits and proposals for structure and accuracy.

Align execution efforts with the C-UAS technical roadmap, including technical debt resolution & insertion opportunities

Identify and implement business rhythms, work practices, and infrastructure that support successful completion of C-UAS milestones

Who You Are

The type of candidate we are seeking has:

An extensive background in either mechanical or electrical engineering.

Experience working within either the Defense or Aerospace industries as either as an IPT Lead or as a Hardware Engineering Manager.

Expertise executing the hardware development process.

A strong foundation in a variety of relevant technical principles with related knowledge of different theories and concepts.

Demonstrated history of continual development as an engineer.

Extensive experience presenting complex technical details and/or data to different audiences including executive leadership and customer representatives.

Please Note:

WHY JOIN US

Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace, defense, and security company dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and harnessing innovation to make the world a safer place. Our RMS business in Moorestown, NJ is a hub of talented engineers, scientists, and professionals committed to shaping the future of defense technology. We value collaboration, excellence, and integrity in everything we do. As a part of our team, you will work alongside like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Learn more about missile launching systems here!

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Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

Learn more about Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive benefits package here!

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering, or related field.

Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in product development, with 4 or more years of experience as a Manager or Lead.

Demonstrated competence in leading engineering teams, particularly executing the software development process.

Demonstrated experience in customer relations.

Demonstrated experience in earned value, schedule, cost, and risk management techniques.

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET level.

Desired Skills

Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering, or related field.

In-depth knowledge of RMS processes, including expertise in DevSecOps processes.

Capture Experience including authoring proposals.

Experience in defense article development and production, to both domestic and international customers.

EEO

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.

    National Pay Statement

    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.

    Premium Pay Statement

    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.

    Salary : $128,400 - $226,435

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