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Orion Systems Engineer – Early Career

Lockheed Martin
United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jun 2026
💰 $119,830/yr($60,200/yr$119,830/yr)

About the role

Security Clearance

None

Shift

First

Direct/Indirect

Direct

Business Area

Space

Department

71N3A00:HSE Sys Eng

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

Possible

Job Code/Title

E1461:Systems Engineer Asc

Job Class

Systems Engineering: Other

Job Category

4 yr and up College

Program

Orion

Req Type

Full-Time

Job Description

At Lockheed Martin we 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 career opportunities designed to propel development 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Orion Systems Engineer. Be a part of the Artemis and Orion teams taking astronauts to the Moon and beyond. As a Systems Engineer on the Orion program, you will be responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of hardware and software integration activities for the Orion Integrated Test Laboratory in support of Artemis III and future missions.

We are seeking a test engineer to support the Denver Vehicle Management Computer (VMC) Test Bench (VTB), Support Software Development Lab (SSDL), and Orion Utility Network Lab (OUNL) operations, including:

• Artemis III and future mission test and operations
• Hands-on integration and troubleshooting activities
• Some 2nd shift/weekend support required

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
• Data analysis and manipulation in MATLAB and/or Excel
• Software, hardware, and/or system test experience
• Engineering internship work experience

Desired skills

• Anomaly troubleshooting and problem resolution experience
• Familiarity with developing and executing scripts
• Exposure to spacecraft architecture and avionics and ground subsystems (i.e., spacecraft and ground network, telemetry and ground processing, displays and controls, GN&C)
• Demonstrated behaviors of a systems problem solver; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve very complex problems and implement constructive change
• Demonstrated ability to report hardware/software issues and provide status through clear written and verbal communication

State

Colorado

Zip

80125

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.

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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.

City, State

Littleton-CO

Ability to Telecommute

No telecommuting

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

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

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