Systems Engineer Job Reference: LM People Job Code/Title: Location: Programme / Functional Group: MST11293 E1464I / Systems Engineer Stf Gloucester MST Description of Business Environment: The program is a very dynamic, information technology-focused effort with multiple subcontractors supporting an operationally oriented customer with numerous mission critical demands. Projects on the program typically take the form of Task Orders, which cover a wide range of budget, duration, scope, technology, and product types and offer complex and challenging opportunities. Specific Job Description: Lockheed Martin UK requires a Systems Engineer to join the team able to work across several programmes. The role will encompass all aspects of a systems engineering lifecycle across several domains. The successful candidate will have demonstrable knowledge in defining and capturing requirements, developing system level designs and seeing work through to verification and validation activities. The successful candidate shall have an understanding of Model Based Systems Engineering and be able to work with Agile development principals. Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering systems engineering and technical design assurance activities against both business and technical architectures. The successful candidate will be expected to proactively work with customers to ensure the successful delivery of integrated outcomes and to ensure engineering activities are consistent across all Task Orders, while providing visibility of progress, emerging risks and issues. Successful candidates will perform systems analysis, design and delivery activities, including technical planning, architectural trade studies and management of interfaces between internal and external systems. Successful candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge of computer systems and industry best practice in the performance of their duties and be responsible for ensuring compliance standards are met by the application of appropriate processes, procedures and tools throughout the systems and software development lifecycles. Successful candidates will be expected to display a proactive and innovative approach to developing complex technical solutions to difficult customer business/mission problems. This role will require frequent interaction with the customer in a technical capacity. The successful candidate will be expected to become recognised as a ‘go to’ resource with in-depth knowledge of software architectures and an understanding of the software development lifecycle. The position will be full-time within the existing team developing cutting edge software solutions for both customer and Lockheed Martin enterprises. Required Skills: Knowledge as a Systems Engineer in programmes that encompasses systems architecture, requirements analysis, configuration control Knowledge of various Systems Engineering lifecycle concepts Technical confidence in a customer facing/consultation role. Good communication skills, able to work with other Lockheed Martin staff and regularly with customers and subcontractors and internal product development teams. Knowledge of procedures relating to software architecture and design, software integration and test, and requirements verification. Ability to adjust, sort and distinguish priorities; a flexible approach to tasks Knowledge in process-oriented roles, and demonstrated ability to function in process driven environments. Demonstrable knowledge in Model Based Systems Engineering and Architecture Frameworks such as MODAF/DODAF/Zacman. Development and maintenance of Requirements using DOORS Development and management of System level architecture models using UML/SysML Proven ability to learn quickly. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. High standard of ethics and personal accountability. Desired Skills: Ability to take responsibility for technical aspects of a project, and work closely with project management to delivery to time, quality and cost budgets. Track record of WBS creation, timescale and cost estimation. Knowledge in Java, J2EE architectures and SOA Platforms. Demonstrated knowledge of operating in technically complex telecommunications and software development environments. Working knowledge of ITIL PRINCE II / APM Qualifications 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. Typical Minimum Education & Experience: Ideally require a Bachelors degree from an accredited college. Will also consider individuals with equivalent experience / combined education. Considered an emerging authority