Title: Systems Engineering Principal Location: Fort Worth United States Job Description: Description:At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics we are taking innovation to the next level, designing the most advanced air vehicles and aircraft and cutting edge of technology. We are seeking a Systems Engineering Principal to join the Systems Engineering Enterprise Transformation Team to represent Aero in cross‑business‑area (1LMX) initiatives while leading Aero SE Enterprise Modernization. In this role you will strategize, lead, and accelerate novel transformation efforts across the enterprise, ensuring alignment with Corporate initiatives. You will provide technical oversight, direction, and performance management for SE platforms, partnering with Operations, Infrastructure, IT, functional teams, and lifecycle stakeholders to embed SE practices throughout the product lifecycle, and lead high‑visibility, critical‑impact projects alongside senior subject‑matter experts. The position also requires collaborating with counterparts across the broader Lockheed Martin enterprise to develop shared strategies, roadmaps, and technical direction, ultimately driving cross-BA digital excellence and delivering measurable cost‑savings, efficiency gains, and enhanced capabilities. Responsibilities: Lead enterprise-level strategic initiatives and improvement activities in support of Aero goals and in alignment with Cross-BA standardization efforts Lead the XVE for Systems Engineering to standardize business processes across the enterprise Represent and act for Aero with the 1LMX team to solve strategic problems and help shape the future of Aero and LM Responsible for common Digital Thread definition, from Requirements Functional Logical and Physical for product data definition throughout out the lifecycle Identify risks, issues, and opportunities associated to the success and growth of programs Resolve programmatic and technical issues across programs, identify risks, and help document mitigation plans Fosters innovation and risk measures to push delivery of advanced capabilities to drive affordability Promotes E&T affordability and effectiveness through increased use of common tools and processes Basic Qualifications: Master Degree in a System Engineering or related discipline Proficiency in XVE (Siemens Xcelerator), DOORS, DNG, SysML, Cameo and other MBSE related tools Requirements Management and System Architecture experience Strong Systems Engineering background Demonstrated DX/Modernization experience leading teams in person AND virtually PLM Configuration and deployment experience Product Integration Experience Solution Architect Experience Must be a US Citizen Active Secret Security Clearance Desired Skills: Proven experience in developing strategies and translating them into action and results Demonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve complex and large-scale technical issues/challenges Experience with Customer Relations Experience leading team members, peers, suppliers, and internal/external customers Experience with PLM ecosystems (Ex. AeroSource Teamcenter, Siemens Xcelerator and/or the Dassault 3DX) INCOSE Certified Professional Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: 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: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings. Work Schedules: 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. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $173,900 - $301,415. 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. 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 $151,200 - $266,570. 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. 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. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY Relocation Available: No Career Area: Systems Engineering: System Architecture Type: Full-Time Shift: First