Mission Planning Discipline Engineer

Job Description

The F-35 Integrated Test Force at Edwards AFB, CA is seeking an experienced Mission Planner to support current mission planning tasking, and to expand the capabilities OMS for F-35 Developmental Test. The selected candidate will also:
Work with Operations Group and IPTs to develop and review mission plans for every flight test event
Will develop and maintain processes for instance management of drive images across the DT fleet
Support all facets of the Developmental Test engineering cycle for the Mission Planning Environment and OFP release, such as documenting and driving anomalies to closure via the SPAR process, testing missing planning releases, test SW fixes, and vetting and improving technical data in conjunction with vendor Software and Systems Engineering IPTs
Assist in post-mission data processing
Establish relationships and collaboration between United States Government and Contractor entities to ensure Mission Planning Software are released, installed, and tested
Obtain and handle applicable cryptographic information
Review and update internal and external documentation and instructions to streamline processes and expedite the fielding of effective mission planning software
Lead engineering efforts (projects, tiger teams, etc.) as assigned by site leadership
Travel as required to witness lab testing and support external test or planning events

Basic Qualifications

Demonstrated F-35 Mission Planning experience, specifically with MPSE and JMPS
Experience handling COMSEC information
B.S. in a STEM field from an accredited college in a related discipline or equivalent experience
Willingness and ability to work extended hours, odd/off-shifts and weekends as needed
Ability to attain and maintain both Secret collateral and SAP program clearances

Desired skills

Current Security+ Certification
Experience working with contractors and/or customer reps
Experience supporting Test Plan Working Groups and
other Developmental Test planning events
Familiarity with the SPAR process
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

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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Other Important Information

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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.