Job DescriptionYou will be the Systems Engineer - Affordability for the F-35 Affordability Engineering team which is responsible for delivering cost-effective solutions across the F-35 program.
What You Will Be DoingAs the Systems Engineer - Affordability you will be responsible for integrating and executing Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRI) while providing expert counsel on affordability processes, decision criteria, and funding options. You will collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders to protect program spend and drive value-focused outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:- Integrate and execute Cost Reduction Initiatives across Production, Sustainment, and Development business units.
- Advise cost-category and CRI project owners on affordability processes, business decision criteria, and funding options.
- Monitor CRI project costs and progress, delivering technical guidance to process managers.
- Act as liaison among engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and program stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination.
- Develop and apply Value-Driven Solutions expertise in support of Aeronautics Engineering & Technology leadership.
What's In It For YouWe are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. 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 flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and enjoy what you do, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You AreYou are a self-starting, motivated engineer with strong communication and networking skills. You thrive in fast-paced, high-visibility environments, balancing technical expertise with strategic thinking. Collaborative, process-oriented, and customer-focused, you excel at translating complex data into actionable solutions and enjoy partnering across disciplines to achieve mission-critical goals.
Further Information About This OpportunityThis position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Desired skills Experienced working with teams that are comprised of a variety of roles and backgrounds including Program Management, Engineering and Technology, Finance, Global Supply Chain, Production Operations, and Quality.
Must be an excellent communicator, skilled in data visualization, with experience presenting to executive leadership and external customers.
Strong fundamental engineering knowledge and financial acumen.
Familiarity with Cost modeling and/or Design-to-Cost tools
Manufacturing materials & processes familiarity.
Familiarity with Cost modeling and/or Design-to-Cost tools
Producibility Analysis experience
Knowledge of overall F-35 air system, design, and processes.
Knowledge of F-35 development, production operations, and sustainment.
Knowledge of Subcontract Management process (TINA, FAR, proposal, PCA, negotiations, FFP, LTA, MRC, etc.)
Experience with Capture, Position to Win, Affordability Planning, Government Contracting, Team Facilitation, Training, Coaching, Group Prioritization Techniques, Cost Target Allocation, and engaging with suppliers.
Capable of performing O&S Cost, Similar-to, Pre-Design Performance, Sensitivity, Cost Capability, Producibility, Pareto, Architecture cost-driver, cost-benefit, and/or Learning Curve Analyses.
EEOLockheed 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.
Other Important InformationBy 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.
Work Schedule InformationLockheed 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 StatementPay 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 $73,400 - $129,260. 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 StatementPay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $84,300 - $146,165. 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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