Research Scientist Sr

Job Number 725869

Description: You will be the Research Scientist Sr for the Signature Integration Team for Supportable Low Observables (SLO) which is responsible for advancing low-observable capabilities across the F-22 program.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Research Scientist Sr you will be responsible for leading the integration of signature-management solutions that keep our aircraft stealth-ready and mission-effective.

Your responsibilities will include:

Conduct technical reviews of modification documentation, including Change Requests, Initial Retrofit Plans, and Time Compliance Technical Directives.

Provide low-observable (LO) removal and restoration guidance and technical support to maintainers.

Plan, execute, post-process, and communicate results of laboratory, field, depot, flight, and vehicle signature measurements.

Deliver LO technical support for validation and verification of modifications.

Coordinate LO technical support for site surveys and stand-up events.

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 technical leader with proven expertise in low-observable signature management. You excel at communicating complex concepts clearly, both in writing and verbally, and you thrive in cross-functional environments. Your background includes hands-on experience with RCS measurement equipment, customer interaction, and delivering technically sound proposals and estimates. You are motivated by challenging problems and eager to drive continuous improvement in stealth technologies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or above in one of the following fields:
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or another technical degree program

Desired

Skills:



• Experienced with Radar Measurement Technology

• F-22 or other aircraft LO maintenance/troubleshooting experience

• Proven experience interfacing with diverse teams of contractors, military customers, and depot management

• Experience with Repair Verification Radar (RVR) or other zonal RCS equipment

• Familiarity with F-22 airframe design and coating materials and methods, aircraft systems and subsystems.

• Prior military service at multiple levels of fighter aircraft maintenance, logistics, and support preferred.

• Project management experience with strong organizational and communication skills.

• Strong communication skills (written and oral), with a willingness to engage with subject matter experts in a variety of different functional organizations.

• Previous experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility

• Experience in radar cross section (RCS) design, Low Observable (LO) materials and processes

• Experienced in the application of aircraft spray material to include paint and/or LO material

• Project or program management, and execution of signature technology

• Ability to operate autonomously with minimal direction from management

• Proven experience interfacing with diverse teams of contractors, military customers, and depot management

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 Remotely: Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed…