Senior Engineer for Flight Test Instrumentation Systems

1 week ago

Fort Worth, Texas, United States Lockheed Martin Corporation Full time

Position Overview

About Lockheed Martin


Our advanced technologies are pivotal in maintaining the national security of the United States and over 70 other nations, fostering global peace and stability.

Our highly skilled workforce and state-of-the-art facilities are essential to our unmatched success in the aerospace sector.

With a team of over 25,000 professionals, we excel in cutting-edge aircraft design, production, modification, support, stealth technology, and systems integration.


This role involves active participation in the development and operational efforts of the Joint Strike Fighter Flight Test program, serving as the Instrumentation Operations Engineer (IOE) while assisting in the procurement of Flight Test Instrumentation Group A hardware and coordinating with vendors.

The Flight Test Instrumentation initiative is a multi-year collaborative project designed to support the System Design & Development (SDD) phase, the DT Viability Project, and subsequent modernization efforts.

The primary responsibility is to function as the Instrumentation System Design & Operations Engineer, supporting local activities and test sites. This role allows for significant autonomy in determining technical objectives and methodologies. The engineer will guide the successful execution of major projects and may take on a leadership role. Extensive technical expertise is required, along with comprehensive knowledge of related disciplines. The engineer will devise technical solutions to intricate challenges that necessitate creativity and innovation.

Key responsibilities include defining instrumentation requirements, developing schedules, addressing equipment and sensor selection challenges, and executing detailed designs for the instrumentation data acquisition system.

The role also involves developing system software for optimal operation and data collection, conducting lab checkouts to troubleshoot instrumentation data acquisition issues, and ensuring a test-ready instrumentation system for daily flight operations.

Collaboration with flight test engineers and other engineering disciplines is essential for scheduling, testing, and troubleshooting during developmental aircraft flight tests.

The engineer will work independently across engineering, maintenance, and logistics teams, effectively communicating instrumentation issues and updates.

Tasks may also encompass supporting initial installations and functional operations on the production line and flight line as test aircraft progress through manufacturing and flight sequences.

Collaboration with the FTI fabrication shop is necessary to ensure all required hardware is identified, ordered, and delivery timelines are established.

The selected candidate will undergo a government security investigation and must meet eligibility criteria for access to classified materials.

A level 4 employee Typically possesses years of professional experience.

Eligibility Requirements

Operational experience with Instrumentation systems

  • Experience with digital data acquisition systems
  • Familiarity with IRIG Standards
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) theory

  • Strong communication skills, teamwork, presentation abilities, project management experience, knowledge of JSF Aircraft/Program, and expertise in Electrical Design (CATIA V4 & V5), VAS, and PDM.
  • Experience with digital/analog circuits, RF applications, digital/analog video, data recording/storage, and sensor applications.
  • Familiarity with FTI Group A hardware.
  • Leadership capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, teamwork, presentation skills.
  • Project management experience, JSF Aircraft/Program knowledge, Electrical Design (CATIA V4 & V5), VAS, and PDM experience.
  • Experience with digital/analog circuits, RF applications, digital/analog video, data recording/storage, and sensor applications.
  • Knowledge of FTI Group A hardware.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


Additional Information


By applying to this position, you are expressing interest in this role and may be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and qualifications have been identified.



Remote Work Capability

Part-time

Remote Telework:

The selected employee will have a work schedule that includes both remote and on-site work at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedule Flexibility

Lockheed Martin offers various alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules may range from a standard 40-hour work week to condensed options, allowing for more time away from the office in addition to our Paid Time Off benefits.
Compensation Overview

Pay Rate:


The annual base salary range for this position in various states is $100,400 - $192,500.

Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market 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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