Job Description

Description:
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. Be More Than You Can Imagine.

The Platform Engineer candidate is responsible for the definition, design, development, buildup, integration, delivery, and sustainment of complex deliverable information systems to support operational platforms. Primary responsibilities include:
- Definition, standup, and sustainment of cyber-hardened information system networks to support deliverable and non-deliverable products
- Definition and sustainment of cyber-hardened gold images to support efficient and consistent operation of deliverable information systems
- Development and sustainment of installation and configuration scripts to support efficient and consistent delivery of hardware and software products
- Execution of installation and configuration scripts onto deliverable products and at customer sites

Applicant is expected to analyze and resolve hardware/software compatibility issues as they arise in complex information system networks; implement patches and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to address cyber vulnerabilities, feature changes, or obsolescence; develop documentation for specific installations and configurations necessary to obtain Authorizations to Operation (ATOs) in support of program schedules; and contribute to and implement Plans of Actions and Milestones (POAMs) to mitigate open cyber risks. Applicant will coordinate with other program groups in the development and maintenance of System Under Test (SUT) setups and configurations, and will integrate and test changes in the Software Integration Lab (SIL) prior to deployment to customer production systems.

The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with a range of audiences, technical and non-technical, and will function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals, itemized planning of tasks, and prioritization of tasks that drives the efficient execution of objectives.

A level 3 employee Typically has 5 - 10 years of professional experience.

Must be a US citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Whats In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition

Learn more about Lockheed Martins comprehensive benefits package here.

Palmdale, CA
This position is in Palmdale, CA Discover Palmdale.
Basic Qualifications:
B.S. degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Security, or Information Technology or equivalent applied experience.
Experience hardening operating systems to mitigate cyber vulnerabilities (MS Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), IOS for Cisco Networking, Data OnTap for NetApp, etc.)
Experience with LAN/WAN infrastructures, TCP/IP, IP configuration, peer-to-peer networking, IP addressing & subnets, switching and routing
Experience with scripting (Powershell/Kickstart/Ansible)
Active Secret Clearance or higher
DoD Directive 8570.1 IAT Level II or higher certification (Security + certification or higher)
Desired Skills:
Actively hold one or more of the following product certifications: Cisco CCNA Security, Windows MCSA, RHEL RHCSA/Linux+, Junos IJOS, VMWare-VCA, Splunk Power User.
Experience with active directory server administration
Experience administering system functions including security policies and account management of Microsoft Windows and Server as well as Linux/Unix-based systems
Experience implementing the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) to cyber-harden information systems commensurate with customer needs
Experience with documentation and technical writing to maintain system configurations and network diagrams
Experience with engineering change processes and/or configuration control processes.
Experience with system architecture and system design modeling tools
Experience conducting technical trade studies and assessments
Experience working in an aerospace design environment with exposure to DoD customers
Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Analytical thinker with a demonstrated ability of solving complex problems requiring ingenuity and innovation
Experience with Agile project management tools (JIRA, VersionOne, etc.)
Ability to travel as required 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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.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 weekSecurity Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: Secret with an investigation within 6 years Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. Theyre dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martins vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalBusiness Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANYRelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Information Technology Type: Full-Time Shift: First