Flight Sciences Flying Qualities Engineer

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Experienced Flying Qualities Engineer to work on a high-performance F-35 flight test team. Contribute directly to timely release of increased capability to a sizable and growing JSF fleet through effective and safe test execution of multiple dedicated flight sciences aircraft. Collaborate and communicate well with test operations personnel, USAF technical leaders, IPT engineers in Fort Worth, and LM Leadership. Represent F-35 ITF (Integrated Test Force) FQ in multi-site and cross-organization technical interchanges and reviews.

Part of a collaborative team that develops FQ test planning documentation and generates test cards. Participate in maneuver development and mission rehearsal simulations. Provide real-time control room monitoring for FQ during test execution. Perform post-flight analyses as needed to support anomaly resolution efforts. Coordinate closely with Flight Sciences Lead Engineer and Flight Science Engineering Manager on issues such as priorities and constraints.

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or related STEM discipline.
• Demonstrated application in flight test.
• Demonstrated application of MATLAB, Python, or Solid Works.
• Knowledge of F35 specific systems, flight characteristics, and test program.
• Aircraft Trim, Linearization, & Simulation (ATLAS) tool skills.
• Integrated Analysis & Data System (IADS).

• Experience building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and driving collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Envelope expansion experience.
• Experience with IADS real time and test data request post flight test tools.
• Experience in post flight test data requests and analysis.
• Experience interfacing with DoD Customers and suppliers.

Requires a government security clearance. Must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years.

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.

Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to 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 paid time off benefits.

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

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 will reflect the candidate’s final work location. This position is incentive plan eligible.

• 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
• Holidays

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.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available:
Possible

Career Area:
Test Engineering

Type:
Full-Time

Shift: First