Flight Test System Administrator

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Edwards
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

We are Lockheed Martin We are seeking a highly motivated IT Systems Engineer to support mission critical flight test and simulation environments, including the Multi-ship Virtual Development Lab (MVDL). This role blends traditional enterprise IT administration with hands-on support of advanced simulator systems used in test and evaluation. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across Windows Server and Linux environments, excels at technical troubleshooting, and has experience supporting cybersecurity and vulnerability management efforts in regulated or mission focused environments. Key Responsibilities • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows Server systems supporting flight test equipment and simulators • Administer and support Linux systems used in simulation and test environments • Perform system hardening, patching, and vulnerability remediation in coordination with cybersecurity requirements • Conduct and support vulnerability scanning using tools such as Nessus, and assist with findings analysis and remediation tracking • Monitor system health and logs using Splunk, supporting troubleshooting and operational awareness • Serve as an administrator and simulator operator for the MVDL simulator, including: o User and system account management o System configuration and baseline maintenance o Supporting test events and simulation executions o Assisting engineers, pilots, and test teams during simulator operations • Diagnose complex system issues across hardware, operating systems, networks, and applications • Support system documentation, procedures, and audit artifacts • Participate in system tag-ups, planning meetings, and cross-site coordination activities as required Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. EngineeringAeronautics What’s 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 Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience • Active DoD Secret security clearance • Experience administering or supporting Windows operating systems (server or enterprise environments) • Experience administering or supporting Linux systems • Ability to work effectively in mission-critical or operational environments with a high level of attention to detail and accountability • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a technical team Desired skills • CompTIA Security Certification • Experience administering Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, patching, and system troubleshooting • Experience supporting SUSE and/or Red Hat Linux in operational environments • Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation, including tools such as Nessus • Familiarity with log aggregation and monitoring tools, such as Splunk • Experience supporting simulators, labs, or complex test environments, including simulator or lab operations • Familiarity with cybersecurity compliance environments, including STIGs, security controls, or vulnerability management processes • Experience working in DoD, aerospace, or other highly regulated technical environments • Experience supporting virtualized systems or specialized test hardware 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 $85,500 - $150,765. 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 $98,300 - $170,315. 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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