What You Will Be Doing:
Embark on a career that sets you amongst the elite group of technicians supporting the F-35 program at Patuxent River. This role goes beyond the traditional scope of aircraft maintenance; it immerses you in a world where you will maintain, modify, inspect, and troubleshoot the cutting-edge F-35 aircraft, both scheduled and unscheduled. You're not just working on any aircraft; you're ensuring the peak performance of a machine at the forefront of aviation technology.
As an Avionics & Instrument Technician with our team, you may also:
• Engage in all facets of F-35 maintenance, embodying both routine checks and the unforeseen challenges that come with pioneering aircraft technology.
• Dive into aircraft modification projects, bringing experimental technologies from the blueprint phase to operational reality.
• Master the art of wire repair and avionic troubleshooting, ensuring the F-35 remains at the pinnacle of operational readiness.
• Participate in the development of groundbreaking technologies, including software, hardware, and advanced 5th Generation integration testing, directly impacting the future of aviation.

Why Join the F-35 Integrated Test Force (ITF)?
• Be at the forefront of F-35 related testing, playing a pivotal role within both Aeronautics and Engineering & Technology sectors.
• Contribute to the enterprise-leading efforts in testing F-35 B/C models for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, directly enhancing the capabilities of our warfighters.
• Lead in the realms of software improvement, testing, and deployment, ensuring the F-35 remains at the apex of 5th Generation technological advancement.

Join us at the tip of the spear in aviation innovation, where every task you undertake is a step toward redefining the future of aerospace. This is more than a job; it's a mission. A mission that shapes the world of aeronautics, supports our nation's military and allies, and tests the limits of what's possible in the skies.

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.

Our Commitment to DEI
We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions. We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
Basic Qualifications:
3-5 years broad hands-on working experience in a 5 or 7 skill level USAF AFSC, Navy NEC, or USMC MOS Avionics Systems Craftsman discipline or equivalent commercial experience such an FAA instrumentation license.

Experience with all facets of wire/connector repair, to include evaluation and testing.

Experience with reading/interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints and maintenance instructions.

Experience with Maintenance Information Systems such as Electronic Maintenance Instructions and Aircraft Forms Documentation.

Experience with Safety, Tool Control, FOD, Supply, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security programs.
Desired Skills:
F-35/F-22 experience highly desirable.
Previous flight test aircraft maintenance experience.
Aircraft Instrumentation electrical systems desired.
Coax troubleshooting/repair
Advanced test equipment proficiency
Data-bus knowledge and troubleshooting
Fiber Optic Experience
JEDI Experience
Excellent communication skills.
Able to support customer requested business travel.
Ability to acquire and maintain customer required qualifications within projected training timeline.
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: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Technicians
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Multiple shifts available