Airborne Mission Systems Open Computing Architect

Job Description:

Description:Who We Are

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) in Owego, NY, we deliver advanced Airborne Mission Systems that power some of the most capable defense platforms in the world. Our teams integrate open architecture computing, secure processing, and safety-critical systems to provide scalable, resilient solutions for evolving mission needs. We are leaders in open systems design, driven by technical excellence and mission-focused innovation.

What Were Doing

We are seeking an Open Computing Architect to support the Airborne Mission Systems (AMS) Sub Market Segment. In this senior technical leadership role, you will define and execute Open Computing roadmaps and technical strategies supporting both program execution and competitive captures across General Purpose, Safety-Critical, and Secure Processing domains.

The Work

As the Open Computing Architect, you will serve as the technical authority for open computing architectures within the AMS portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute Open Computing roadmaps aligned to business strategy

Define technical approaches for captures and proposals

Design and oversee computing system architectures aligned to performance, security, and modularity objectives

Ensure alignment with MOSA and open standards

Incorporate emerging technologies to inform IRAD and investment priorities

Provide technical leadership across cross-functional engineering teams

Serve as senior technical interface with customers and stakeholders

Drive architectural consistency across programs

Maintain accountability for engineering technical, cost, and schedule performance on assigned efforts

This role requires strategic vision, strong technical depth, and the ability to influence architectural direction across multiple programs.

Who You Are

You are a recognized technical leader with extensive experience architecting complex airborne and mission-critical computing systems. You understand how to balance performance, security, safety, cost, and schedule in high-consequence environments.

You bring:

Significant experience designing open computing architectures for aerospace or defense applications

Expertise across general-purpose, safety-critical, and secure processing environments

Strong knowledge of MOSA and modular open systems principles

Experience guiding technology roadmaps and technical strategy

Proven leadership in proposal development and program execution

Executive-level communication and customer engagement skills

Demonstrated accountability for technical performance outcomes

Experience managing program cost and schedule execution (Earned Value Management, Formal Risk and Opportunity Management)

Why Join Us

At Lockheed Martin RMS Owego, you will shape the future of open computing for next-generation Airborne Mission Systems. This role offers enterprise-level impact, strategic influence, and the opportunity to lead advanced architectures supporting national defense. Join us and drive innovation at the highest technical level.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline with 12+ years relative experience
- Prior experience in engineering development programs, specifically to include avionics (or similarly ruggedized) computing systems
- Experience developing technology roadmaps / strategies
- Experience managing program cost and schedule execution (Earned Value Management, Formal Risk and Opportunity Management)
Desired Skills:
- Demonstrated expertise in airborne mission systems computing development
- Experience in integrated resource planning (i.e. IRAD, Capital, etc.)
- Experience with Secure Processing and Safety Critical Development (DO-178C, DO-254) up to Design Assurance Level A
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: 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 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 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, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as spanet 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.
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, candidates work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as spanet 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.
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 worlds 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: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Hardware Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

- Demonstrated expertise in airborne mission systems computing development
- Experience in integrated resource planning (i.e. IRAD, Capital, etc.)
- Experience with Secure Processing and Safety Critical Development (DO-178C, DO-254) up to Design Assurance Level A

Job Ident #: 92062631248

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

Owego, New York, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/