Airworthiness Engineer - Level 2

Job :
725688 Date posted:
Apr. 28, 2026

Description: You will be the Airworthiness Engineer for the Airworthiness Engineering Team which is responsible for delivering airworthiness certification and support for F-16 programs.

As the Airworthiness Engineer you will be responsible for supporting the U.S. Government in obtaining airworthiness certification for new-production and development programs, as well as providing recommendations for retrofit programs across the entire F-16 portfolio.

• Coordinate with subject-matter experts (structures, systems safety, EEE, weapons, logistics, etc.) to ensure compliance with MIL-HDBK-516C.
• Develop and deliver airworthiness-compliance reports and presentations for certification milestones.
• Manage schedule and cost elements of certification activities, tracking milestones and budgets.
• Support proposal development with technical data, certification analyses, and cost estimates.
• Provide ongoing technical guidance to government and internal stakeholders on F-16 certification requirements.

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. We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus.

You are a skilled Level2 Airworthiness Engineer with a proven track record in certification processes for complex aerospace systems. You excel at cross-functional collaboration, are detail-oriented, and can translate technical requirements into actionable plans. Your ability to manage schedules, costs, and stakeholder expectations makes you a catalyst for successful program outcomes.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Software Engineering.

• Airworthiness certification experience.
• Experience with MIL-HDBK-516 criteria.
• Experience multi-tasking in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong MS Excel & PowerPoint skills.
• Experience working with cross functional teams and frequent status reporting to management.
• Strong organization and coordination skills with high attention to detail.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

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

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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.

Location:

Fort Worth, TX

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available:
Possible

Career Area:
Systems Engineering:
Other

Type:
Full-Time

Shift: First