Modification Retrofit Engineer - Level 2

F-35 Modification Retrofit Engineer

This position is for an F-35 Modification Retrofit Engineer (MRE) supporting Modification Upgrades and Overhaul's (MUO) 5th Generation Planning and Integration team. Candidate will act as the F-35 MRE at Fort Worth, TX. Primary tasks are to develop modification planning workbooks that support F-35 prototype/verification/validation events. Candidate should possess solid background with familiarity in F-35 structural, Vehicle and Mission System functionality and operation. Will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) leading the coordination and execution of the modification events that support the Depot Flow Plan (DFP). Perform analysis of engineering drawings, process specifications, modification kits parts lists, and required supplemental data, to support the modification/retrofit as defined by the Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTD's). Responsible for compiling post verification findings to develop government verification certification form documentation. Direct coordination with site senior leadership, government Lightening Support Team (LST), and Joint Program Office (JPO) representatives to capture deficiencies within all artifacts supporting the specific modification. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and quality are required. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have a process improvement-oriented mindset. Superior interpersonal skills are required to enable effective interaction with seniors and peers while promoting an F-35 "Joint Team" environment. Flexibility working with a customer base is a key requirement.

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen – Work location requires special access.
• Familiarity with F-35 airframe, system maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with F-35 Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS).
• Experience with F-35 engineering and logistics systems (Examples, PDM-Product Data Manager, JDL-JSF Data Library, VAS-Visual Augmentation System, ATLAS-Advanced Technical Logistics Applications System, QADS-Quality Assurance Document).
• Must be able to work overtime and willing to travel, as required, to support global verification/proofing events and other F-35 Fleet Modification activity as required.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and process specifications.
• Experience in using with Microsoft Office Suite at a proficient level.

Desired Skills:

• Prior military service at multiple levels of fighter aircraft maintenance, logistics, and support.
• Developing Fleet Modification planning instructions.
• Coordinate and conduct technical briefings.
• Superior interpersonal skills to enable effective interaction with senior leadership, customers and peers promoting and F-35 Joint Team environment.
• Ability to work with a internal and external customer base on a variety of F-35 Modification assignments.

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret.

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: 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 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

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.