Flight Test Engineer; FTE Security Clearance

Position: Flight Test Engineer (FTE) with Security Clearance
Location: Eglin Air Force Base

Job Number 727195

Description:

We are Lockheed Martin Flight Test Engineer position supporting both OT and DT F-16 testing at Eglin AFB, FL. Personnel responsible for planning and implementing of flight test program(s), coordinating test program activities with manufacturing, test site resources, engineering system specialists, and other organizations; ensuring proper configuration of the test article is specified and coordinated, as well as the proper test fixtures, sites, specialized equipment, and personnel availability to support the planned tests;

and creating the test cards, conducting the pre- and post-test briefings, and directing and conducting the actual test mission from the control room (TD and TC). Coordination of all aspects of the mission including: test sheet preparation, running simulations and conducting mission rehearsals, post-mission reporting, maintenance, engineering, safety, test ranges, and test support organizations into a coherent, logical, efficient and executable test activity.

Support Aircraft Operating Limitations (AOLs), Flight Clearances, Flight Test Requests, and Modification Planning meetings as required. Maintain detailed specific knowledge of all aspects of mission they are responsible for:
Test Procedures, AOLs and Flight Clearance Limitations Compliance, Test Execution Package requirements and safety planning, including General Minimizing Considerations and Test Hazard Analyses, Peculiarities and non-standard operation/functions of the individual aircraft tail number. Oversee project execution to cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
** Alternate shift, overtime, travel and weekend work may be required to support mission & staffing needs.
** Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
** What's In It For You Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Engineering Aeronautics

Basic Qualifications:

Extensive knowledge of F-16 flight testing to include avionics maintenance and weapons systems. Exceptional planning and coordinating skills are required. Individual must be experienced in USAF test activities and procedures, modification processes. Must be physically able to climb an F-16 boarding ladder and spend extended time seated in F-16 crew station. Must be a US Citizen. Position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Must have a final Secret clearance to start with the ability to obtain a Top Secret SAR/SAP clearance. Desired

Skills:

Ability to interface with all levels of project management is desired.

- The applicant must have a strong customer focus, reinforced with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skill. Above average oral and written communication skills are desired. Ability to work to constraints of time and budget. Ability to adapt to quickly changing tasks and requirements and the ability to learn new skills quickly. Possess general knowledge of other related aircraft engineering disciplines.

Excellent customer skills (listening, understanding, questioning in a non-threatening manner, differentiating between customer's wants and needs). Self-motivated, organized, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, possess an ability to solve application and technical problems requiring attention to detail. Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret 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…