F-Aircraft Field Support Engineer Sr; Rovaniemi AB, Finland
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job : 713198
Date posted: Jan. 05, 2026
Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company as an Aircraft Field Service Engineer (FSE) on our Aeronautics Field Sustainment team! This position will support the Finnish Air Force at Rovaniemi AB, Finland.
OverviewAs a Nose to Tail (NTT) FSE, the preferred candidate will be a subject Matter Expert (SME) in APG/Vehicle Systems (VS). It is desired the individual also be an emerging authority in Supportable Low Observable (SLO)/Structures and Avionics/Mission Systems (MS), with the skill set to accomplish troubleshooting and analysis of VS, MS, or SLO. The candidate will act as part of the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment Team's technical interface to the on‑site Customer (both Operations and Maintenance) in resolving issues arising from maintenance and modification activities for all matters dealing with the F‑35 aircraft.
WhatYou Will Be Doing
- Accomplish troubleshooting and analysis of difficulties experienced in the field.
- Attend debriefings to aid in the rapid identification of emerging issues that require company intervention to avoid aircraft downtime.
- Document all unusual operational/maintenance problems to ensure the company is apprised of and can identify emerging failure trends.
- Initiate Action Requests (ARs). Identify unique operational problems that require technical, procedural, or quality assurance actions to resolve. Provide on‑site assistance to company and Customer personnel initiating ARs.
- Provide training to Customer personnel.
- Work with and interact with maintainers as well as professional engineers from other F‑35 companies as a peer.
- Communicate well both orally and in writing in a team environment as this position involves significant and continued interface with customer personnel at all levels.
- Provide support for the assigned site on aircraft ground maintenance and operational limitations.
- Direct on‑site support as requested by customer, site manager or program management. Lead and track multiple engineering tasks and provide periodic status to Customer and Program Management.
- Travel required; be willing and able to deploy with Customer personnel to CONUS, OCONUS, and hazardous duty locations. Long‑term deployments may be required. DoD mandated vaccinations may be required.
- Obtain F‑35 Special Program Access.
- Maintain an active Secret Security Clearance with an investigation/CV date within 5 years. Must be a U.S. citizen. This position is located at a facility that will require special access.
You have the impactful ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams toward achieving goals while fostering a positive work environment.
You act as a mentor who encourages growth and development, offering resources and feedback while respecting individual team members' approaches and methods.
You thrive in cross‑functional environments, actively engaging with colleagues from various departments to foster collaboration and achieve shared goals.
What's In It For YouFrom onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. 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.
BasicQualifications
- Must have 3 years experience on 5th Generation Fighter Aircraft (F‑22 or F‑35) with experience troubleshooting Avionics/Mission Systems (MS) and/or APG/Vehicle Systems (VS).
- Final Transferable Secret Security Clearance.
- Experience in F‑35 APG/Vehicle Systems (VS).
- Experience in Avionics/Mission Systems (MS) or Supportable Low Observable (SLO)/Structures.
- Previous Field Service Engineer (FSE) experience highly desired.
- Experience communicating to Military leadership teams and Senior Leaders.
- Fault isolation and problem analysis experience at the sub‑system level.
- Technical report writing…
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