Systems Engineer Sr - E3

Standard Job Description

You will be the Configuration Management Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) ISR/UAS Systems Engineering team which is responsible for ensuring product configuration integrity across the lifecycle.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Configuration Management Engineer Senior - Level 3 you will be responsible for implementing disciplined technical management processes that establish and maintain the consistency of a product’s functional, physical and performance attributes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining configuration management processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Managing and controling product configurations, including hardware, software, and documentation, to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams—engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance—to integrate configuration management considerations into program decisions.
• Conducting configuration audits and assessments to identify and mitigate risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Participating in program meetings and reviews, including design reviews, test reviews, and production readiness reviews, to ensure that configuration management considerations are properly addressed.

What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. 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.

Who You Are
A collaborative, forward‑thinking specialist in configuration management who thrives on solving complex problems and integrating diverse information sources. You bring a strong technical foundation, an eagerness to innovate, and a commitment to excellence that makes this role uniquely impactful.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Marietta, GA.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.
• Comprehensive understanding of configuration management principles, practices, and industry standards, including the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of system configurations.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience, with a thorough understanding of the complete lifecycle, including engineering processes and reviews, to ensure effective configuration management.
• Proficiency with engineering drawings, parts lists, Bills of Materials (BOMs), as well as drafting standards, to accurately document and manage system configurations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management tools (e.g. Teamcenter)
• Experience with reading, understanding and interpreting requirements on DoD Contracts
• Experience working with CDRLs and SOWs and Sub-Contractor SDRLs and SOWs
• Experience with managing dashboards and action lists in Jira
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical skills, with the ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions
• Demonstrated ability of solving complex problems which require ingenuity and innovation
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in Software Configuration Management in an environment of rigorous hardware/software baseline configuration techniques.