Senior Modification Retrofit Engineer, F-35 - Level 3

Job Description

What You Will Be Doing:
This position is for an F-35 Modification Retrofit Engineer (MRE) supporting Modification Upgrades and Overhaul's (MUO) 5th Generation Planning and Integration team. Candidate will act as the F-35 MUO Modification Retrofit Engineer (MRE) at Fort Worth, TX.

Primary task is to support change requests for first aircraft installation of F-35 modifications during prototype/verification/validation events. Candidate should possess solid background in F-35 structural, Vehicle and Mission System functionality and operation. Will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) leading the coordination and execution of the modification events that support the Depot Flow Plan (DFP). Perform analysis of engineering drawings, process specifications, modification kits parts lists, and required supplemental data, to support the modification/retrofit as defined by the Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTD). Direct coordination with site senior leadership, government Lightening Support Team (LST), Material Review Board (MRB), and Joint Program Office (JPO) representatives to capture deficiencies within all artifacts supporting the specific modification. This role is also responsible for compiling post verification findings to develop government verification certification form documentation. Lead Modification Technical Reviews and event "kickoffs" with site senior leadership, Joint Program Office (JPO), LST, and Lockheed Martin onsite representatives. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and quality are required. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have a process improvement-oriented mindset. Superior interpersonal skills are required to enable effective interaction with seniors and peers while promoting an F-35 "Joint Team" environment. Flexibility working with a diverse customer base is a key for success.

What's In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to 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.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 3 years or greater professional experience


Desired skills

Familiarity with F-35 airframe, system maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Experience with F-35 engineering and logistics systems like that of; PDM - Product Data Manager, JDL -JSF Data Library, VAS-Visual Augmentation System, ATLAS-Advanced Technical Logistics Applications System, Joint Electrical Design Installation (JEDI), Service Flo.

Experience interpreting engineering drawings and process specifications.

Experience in using Microsoft Office Suite.

Prior military service at multiple levels of fighter aircraft maintenance, logistics, and support.

Superior interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with senior leadership, customers and peers promoting and F-35 Joint Team environment.

Must be able to work overtime and willing to travel, as required, to support global verification/proofing events and other F-35 Fleet Modification activities as required.

EEO

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.

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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

Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

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.

National Pay Statement

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 $81,600 - $143,865. 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.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $93,800 - $162,610. 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.