Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a full-time Systems Engineer Staff to support the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) working primarily on the F-16 with some potential work on the FA-50 aircraft. The current F-16 Programs are adding/upgrading to some cutting edge technologies, especially with the latest Block 70/72 versions. A brand new F-16 production line has been stood up and lots of orders for new F-16 are in our backlog. The FA-50 program is also ramping up to support integrating new technologies for multiple programs in partnership with KAI. Our team has a lot of exciting work ahead of us for a long time!
What You Will Be Doing
As a staff engineer, you will be expected to be a leader in the technical execution of the system integration and testing of the aircraft avionics for your assigned capability area. Day to day activities for this role will include conducting avionics software and hardware integration testing in a laboratory environment, supporting avionics troubleshooting both on the aircraft and in the lab, developing test procedures based on system requirements, developing and conducting automated test scripts, performing technical reviews of the team's work, leading the integration and testing of a new capability, organizing and coordinating testing and troubleshooting activities with the test leads, implementing improvement initiatives, supporting team technical roadmaps, providing programmatic support, leading in a technical area on the team, training new engineers, and much more. These activities will be done for multiple avionics capabilities including but not limited to Communication, Navigation and Identification (CNI), Link-16 data link, radar, pods, stores/weapons, displays, and mission computer systems. This engineer is expected to hold a leadership role on an agile team of size 4 - 10 which may include operating as a Product Owner or as the team's Technical Coordinator.
The position also includes the support of other activities affected by system and flight test integration including flight test operations, instrumentation, production aircraft delivery, test station, software, training systems, subsystem weapons, support equipment, and T.O. development. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of aircraft avionics troubleshooting and testing.
What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Further Information About This Opportunity
Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Some shift work (2nd / 3rd) is required to support program and lab schedules.
- Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline (Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred)
- Aircraft avionics experience
- Leadership experience
- Datalink knowledge
- Physically able to access aircraft cockpit test fixtures and conduct lab testing for typical 6-hour test shifts.
- Must be willing and able to conform with flight line dress code and FOD requirements.
- Hands-on fighter aircraft avionics experience
- Understanding of the systems engineering process
- Proficient in data analysis, problem identification/isolation, and troubleshooting
- Understanding of electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline, preferably Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Computer, Software, or Mechanical Engineering
- Aircraft avionics experience
- Leadership experience
- Datalink knowledge
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
- Ability to access aircraft cockpit test fixtures and perform laboratory testing during six-hour shifts
- Willingness and ability to follow flight-line dress code and foreign object debris requirements
- Hands-on fighter aircraft avionics experience
- Understanding of the systems engineering process
- Proficiency in data analysis, problem identification and isolation, and troubleshooting
- Understanding of electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
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