Systems Engineer - E2

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

Edwards AFB Flight Test is hiring a Flying Qualities System Engineer to join our F-35 Flight Test team. In this role, you will contribute directly to timely release of increased capability to a sizable and growing Joint Strike Fighter fleet through effective and safe test execution of multiple dedicated flight sciences aircraft. Collaborate and communicate well with test operations personnel, USAF technical leaders, IPT engineers in Fort Worth, and LM leadership. You will represent the F-35 ITF (Integrated Test Force) Flying Qualities in multi-site and cross-organization technical interchanges and reviews. You will be part of a collaborative team that develops performance test planning documentation and generates test cards. You will develop and/or participate in dynamic simulation models, support flight test activities, and provide technical expertise during design reviews and program milestone events. Provide real-time control room monitoring for Flying Qualities during test execution. Perform post-flight analyses as needed to support anomaly resolution efforts and coordinate closely with Flight Sciences Lead Engineer and Flight Science Engineering Manager on issues such as priorities and constraints.

Demonstrated ability to energize teammates, build effective relationships, and collaborate across teams and organizations.

Experience with IADS real time and test data request post flight test tools

Experience supporting airworthiness assessments for aircraft flying qualities, stability, and/or control

Experience in post flight test data requests and analysis

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

For (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.