Job ID: 729327BR Date posted: May. 21, 2026
Description:Lockheed Martin is seeking an F35 Integrated Systems Test Engineering Manager for a position within the F-35 Production Engineering organization.

What You Will Be Doing

Manufacturing Test Engineers provide support for all stages of a platform’s program lifecycle. The Manufacturing Test Engineering (MTE) discipline is responsible for verification of the integrity of the aircraft build from subassembly to delivery operations. MTE provides the test equipment, the test procedures, and the on-floor test support needed to ensure functional compliance of every aircraft throughout the build-cycle
As the F35 Integrated Systems Test Engineering Manager, you will lead the Manufacturing Test Engineering (MTE) team responsible for validating F-35 onboard aircraft systems to engineering requirements at the Fort Worth factory. In addition, this position will provide technical support to the Italy & Japan Final Assembly Check Out (FACOs) and the Production Engineering Enterprise as needed.

The selected candidate will be responsible for managing:
• Development & maintenance of System Checkout Procedures (SCOP) and test processes
• Test equipment design, development, calibration, maintenance and repair
• Test preparation, performance and post-test operations in support of daily production/delivery operations requirements
• Continuous process improvement and providing technical support for root cause & corrective action
• Supporting MTE Digital Transformation (DX) initiatives
Leadership duties include:
• Provide technical leadership and collaboration across F-35 and Aero Enterprise MTE teams, shaping the future direction of the Aero MTE role.
• Participate in and support customer, program, and leadership reviews.
• Ensure that all personnel and hardware safety standards .
• Coordinate with external organizations to balance requests for non-production support.
• Oversee staffing, hiring, training, performance evaluations, and career development for the MTE team.
• Continuously improve processes through feedback loops, performance metrics, and iterative refinements that enhance efficiency and quality.
• Identify emerging issues early by analyzing trend data and setting predictive alerts, allowing corrective action before impacts occur.
• Partner with customers to understand future requirements and translate those insights into actionable operational roadmaps.
• Champion a safety‑first culture by integrating a safety-first mindset into everything we do.

This is a 100% on-site position.

What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!

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.

Fort Worth, TX
This position is in Fort Worth, TX  Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• People-centered coaching, mentoring and talent development experience including strong verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills
• First-hand experience with 5th generation aircraft
• Ability to drive large, complex work portfolios to ensure system test needs are met throughout the F-35 factory
• Demonstrated ability for proactive workload oversight with early‑issue detection and resource optimization
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
Desired Skills:
• Ability to leverage key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives, set measurable targets, and track progress against them.
• Adaptive communication, strategic thinking and visioning, data-informed decision making and problem-solving skills
• Experience with agile or lean methodologies and continuous‑improvement frameworks.
• Data literacy and digital fluency to drive 1LMX projects
• Experience with program security controls and cyber security requirements
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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Test Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First