Space Protection Tactical Operator

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Aurora
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering. LM SPACE: WHAT WE'RE DOING Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. THE WORK Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer with an active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance to join our team in Aurora, CO. This position will work within the Double Eagle program, which supports a proprietary customer with operational support to 24/7 Operations. This position provides senior-level technical expertise, analysis, and engineering support for Space Protection efforts at the behest of our customer. This position requires strong engineering, analytical, and problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. The Space Protection Tactical Operator will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for identifying vulnerabilities in space operations systems, monitoring counter-space threats, and executing space protection activities to ensure operational readiness and mission success. This position requires expertise in spacecraft operations, threat analysis, and space protection response coordination on a 24/7 basis during contingencies. Key Responsibilities: • Develop, coordinate, train, evaluate, and analyze Courses of Action (COAs), Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), Response Options (ROs), and CONOPS documents related to Space Protection • Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and Planning functional areas to provide vehicle and system vulnerability / capability assessments based on available threat data • Answer space protection related questions and educate space vehicle controllers and customers on complex space protection concepts • Visualize potential threat engagements and monitor threat employment indications and warnings (I&W) • Identify, assess, and document system specific vulnerabilities in flight operations systems based on current threat data • Identify shortfalls in response capabilities to known and emerging threats • Monitor and determine gaps in I&W and foundational analysis capabilities • Submit Requests for Information (RFIs) to mission partners to enhance understanding of threat systems and capabilities • Establish and maintain a comprehensive database of RFI responses for operational reference • Develop black line plans detailing space protection response options and procedures WHY JOIN US Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization. Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success. Competitive Benefits: Lockheed Martin 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 We offer a generous benefits package : 401K, PTO, and work/life balance and more. Basic Qualifications • Active TS//SCI clearance with an adjudicated CI Polygraph • Capability to work rotating shifts and provide 24x7 on-call support during counterspace events, to include nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary • Experience with spacecraft operations, ground systems, and space protection • Experience with operational procedure development and operator training • Experience with Contingency Plan generation and the Mission Planning process Desired skills • Five (5) years of professional experience • Prior experience with Double Eagle program and related systems • Prior experience with orbit analysis and determination, Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC), Telemetry, Tracking, and Commanding (TT&C), or Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) • Familiarity with space situational awareness (SSA) tools, dashboards, and modeling • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to respond on a 24/7 basis if necessary 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. 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. Work Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $89,300 - $157,550. 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. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,800 - $178,135. 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.

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