Pilot Subject Matter Expert and Pilot Vehicle Interface Engineer

Pilot Systems Engineering GroupYou will be the Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) design engineer to serve in the Pilot Systems Engineering (PSE) group specializing in the F-16 program with opportunities to support 5th Generation and Advanced Development Programs (ADP). Your responsibilities will include:Research and design of innovative PVI mechanizations and pilot/human engineering for tactical cockpits.Provide pilot SME support in the forms of participation in design review meetings, system test and flight test reviews, customer and program support regarding aircraft capabilities and PVI.Work with pilots, engineers, and simulation technicians to design, implement, evaluate, and document PVI mechanizations. This includes authoring and publishing Pilots Guides and other contract deliverables describing the enhanced aircraft capabilities.You will be expected to:Have a high-level knowledge of 4th Generation fighters, requiring an understanding of advanced fighter flying skills, mission systems, mission capabilities and gaps for potential growth, and basic concepts of employment in realistic combat environments.From initial design identification to requirements development to beyond product delivery, work closely with engineering system design, system architects, software development teams, system test, and flight operations/flight test (and more) to ensure pilot SME support for product optimization.Provide pilot SME guidance to aircraft simulations, Cockpit Review Teams (CRTs, or the like), Tech Order product support, and platform roadmap planning.Potentially flying back seat missions. Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.Whats in it for you? From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. 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. This position is in Fort Worth, TX. Discover Fort Worth.Basic Qualifications:Experience flying the F-16.Demonstrated experience in aviation and technology such as technical degree or technology development/test experience.DoD Active Secret clearance.Desired Skills:Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively within a team.Weapons School, Instructor, or Standardization Evaluation pilot experience.DoD Top Secret security clearance.Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years.Other Important Information You Should Know: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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.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.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds 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.