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You will be the Pilot Vehicle Interface Design Engineer - Level 5 for the Pilot Systems Engineering (PSE) group - Advanced Development Programs (ADP) which is responsible for designing and delivering innovative pilot vehicle interface solutions for advanced aircraft.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Pilot Vehicle Interface Design Engineer - Level 5 you will be responsible for shaping next-generation cockpit mechanisms and ensuring they meet mission needs. This is a non-flying position.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Researching, designing, and constructing mockups of PVI mechanizations for tactical cockpits and presenting them to customers.
- Designing, simulating, and refining PVI solutions for controls, displays, sensors, weapons, and air-vehicle subsystems.
- Collaborating with pilots, engineers, and simulation technicians to implement, evaluate, and document PVI designs.
- Providing subject-matter-expert support to brief and train test pilots, production pilots, and training systems engineers.
- Applying high-level knowledge of 4th/5th-Gen fighters, ISR aircraft, and other advanced manned and unmanned platforms to support operational studies.
What's In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. 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.
Who You Are
You are a collaborative engineer with deep technical expertise in aircraft systems and a proven ability to translate complex requirements into functional designs. You thrive in multidisciplinary teams, communicate clearly with pilots and stakeholders, and are driven by delivering tangible solutions that advance mission capabilities.
Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
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Basic Qualifications
• Recent DoD tactical aircraft operational and/or training experience in modern military unmanned aircraft as a pilot or aircrew.
• Demonstrated experience in aviation and technology such as technical degree or technology development/test experience.
Desired skills
• Experience with low observable manned or unmanned aircraft as a pilot/aircrew.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively within a team.
• Weapons School and/or Instructor pilot experience.
• DoD Top Secret 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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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's 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.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
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.
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 $128,400 - $226,435. 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 $147,700 - $255,990. 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.