Job ID: 721545BR Date posted: Apr. 07, 2026
Description:Flight Test Control Engineer for the Test and Evaluation (T&E) Mod Team, primarily supporting F-35 test aircraft. The successful applicant will provide FTCE support for test aircraft modification operations at our Test Sites. Tasks will involve pre-mod coordination including working with the FW Flight Test Ops Center and Test Sites on mod planning, evaluating Basis of Estimates (BOE) for mod work, defining Production Equipment (PE) tooling requirements, identifying mod team skillset needs; Integrated schedule development; Providing a detailed execution plan; Mod Team onsite management; Serving as the ALIS POC during mod execution; Verifying engineering, technical and support data; Verifying work instructions and coordinating revisions; Coordinating applicable GFR/DCMA 8210 and CGOP requirements.

Related skills include:

• Schematic reading/interpretation/troubleshooting
• Knowledge of installed aircraft systems/subsystems and Support Equipment
• Knowledge of avionics/mission systems and vehicle/utility systems
• Fault isolation and/or problem analysis at the subsystem level
• Good knowledge of the system/software engineering environment
• Authoring test and technical documents (EIR/TCTD/AOL/GML, etc.), plus directing and overseeing their execution.

The applicant must be fluent in the Flight Test Request (FTR) and T2 modification processes. This position will act as the principal focal point between the Mod Team Test Site maintenance and engineering personnel. The ability to interface with all levels of project management is desired. Above average oral and written communication skills are required. Exceptional planning and coordinating skills are also required.

This position requires frequent travel. The applicant must be willing to travel several times per year to our Test Sites to support the various onsite mod activities.
Basic Qualifications:
• Flight test experience with military aircraft
• Experience working with Aircraft Systems and/or Maintenance/Modification Procedures
• Experience working with Aircraft Configuration Control Maintenance Systems
Desired Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technically related discipline.
• Secret security clearance.
• Working knowledge of technical orders, military flight operations, and maintenance concepts.
• Specific knowledge of F-35 avionics/mission systems and vehicle/utility systems.
• Specific knowledge of the F-35 Automatic Logistics Information System (ALIS)
• Knowledge of installed aircraft systems/subsystems and support equipment.
• Fault isolation and/or problem analysis at the subsystem level.
• Good knowledge of the system/software engineering environment.
• Experience performing aircraft modifications / familiarity with military T2 modification process.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Shop Floor Management (SFM)
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First