Job Description
WHAT WE'RE DOING
"The world moves fast. You need to be faster. Our solutions put you ahead of the curve."
"The speed of innovation makes our customers' missions more challenging than ever. From flying fifth-generation jet fighters to operating complex ship systems to driving next-generation armored vehicles, customers know being well-prepared and equipped accelerates mission readiness and saves lives. At Lockheed Martin, that's our mission."
"Training must be faster and better than before. We use advanced technology for performance-based systems that reduce timelines and improve skillsets to give our customers the edge they need."
THE WORK
Systems Engineer role on the Joint Strike Fighter Training & Logistics program (Pilot Training Device - PTD).
Work side-by-side with the Software Configuration Analyst team and Media Prep.
Lead the end-to-end PTD configuration-change process: capture, review, approve, and release changes in compliance with Lockheed Martin policies.
Initiate, evaluate, and track all PTD change requests from concept through release.
Coordinate with engineering, logistics, program management, and government stakeholders to gather data and approvals.
Verify compliance with configuration-management policies, standards, and export controls.
Prepare and package PTD releases for internal teams and external government customers.
Ensure release documentation (release notes, engineering documents) accompanies each shipment.
Use MS Office, Atlassian tools, DOORS Next, and Bash/Python/PowerShell scripts to streamline change tracking, reporting, and data migration.
Identify automation opportunities to reduce manual effort.
Serve as primary point of contact for PTD status, risks, and schedule impacts.
Produce regular status briefings and dashboards for program leadership and customers.
WHO WE ARE
A mission-focused team dedicated to preserving the integrity and traceability of all PTD software and hardware delivered to program customers.
Engineers, logisticians, program managers, and government partners collaborating to safeguard Joint Strike Fighter training data and ensure operator safety.
WHO YOU ARE
A Systems Engineer with strong configuration-management expertise.
Skilled at leading change-control processes and coordinating cross-functional stakeholders.
Proficient in MS Office, Atlassian suite, DOORS Next, and scripting languages (Bash, Python, PowerShell).
Detail-oriented, able to verify compliance with policy, standards, and export controls.
Excellent communicator, capable of delivering status briefings, dashboards, and clear documentation.
Continuous-improvement mindset, always looking for automation and efficiency gains.
WHY JOIN US
Directly influence the success of the Joint Strike Fighter program and the safety of its operators.
Work on cutting-edge training and logistics solutions that keep the world's most advanced aircraft operational.
Collaborate with a high-performing, mission-driven team that values innovation, speed, and quality.
Access to advanced tools and technologies that accelerate your professional growth.
Contribute to a broader Lockheed Martin mission of enabling customers to stay ahead of the curve and save lives.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
5 or more years of professional engineering experience
Experience with JSF Pilot Training Devices or FMS
Demonstrated experience supporting Configuration/Data Management Systems
Experience with work tracking and metric generation in JIRA
Desired skills
Experience in engineering tools; GitLab, JIRA, Confluence
Demonstrated track record of solving problems and implement constructive changes
Experience using hardware and software systems
Experience with IBM Engineering Life Cycle Management (ELM)
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 $89,300 - $157,550. 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 $102,800 - $178,135. 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.
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