Field Service Engineer - Level 4 Security Clearance

Position: Field Service Engineer Staff - Level 4 with Security Clearance
Job Number 4548 Standard

Job Description Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment as a C-130J Avionics and Electrical Field Service Engineer (FSE). This position is located at a customer operating site in Saudi Arabia. What You Will Be Doing:
Provide a level of postsales support and service to customer sites and remote sites at a high-tech level that cannot be rendered by the basic level of field hardware and systems software service. Employee is usually introduced to the customer site when the nature of equipment service required is beyond the skill level possessed by the basic field/customer service engineer.

The candidate will serve as part of the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment (AFS) technical interface to the on-site customer, resolving issues that arise from any activity related to the C-130 aircraft, and will be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Avionics and Electrical Systems disciplines. Additionally, the role requires deep technical expertise and troubleshooting skills to diagnose, modify, inspect, and optimize installed C-130J systems while providing on-site engineering support and detailed analysis for customers.

As the primary point of contact for customer personnel at all levels, the incumbent must deliver clear oral and written technical briefings, reports, and recommendations. Responsibilities include hands-on guidance for equipment installation, adjustment, calibration, bench-checking, routine and intermediate-level repairs, and overall operational techniques, as well as advising on the selection, use, and maintenance of specialty tools, handling equipment, and test equipment specific to the C-130J platform.

The position also involves assisting customers in interpreting and applying Technical Orders, Engineering Change Proposals, and related publications to ensure compliance with the latest revisions. Continuous oversight of shop maintenance activities and safety practices is essential, with the duty to recommend corrective actions that uphold reliability and minimize future issues. The engineer will lead investigations of atypical or complex C-130J maintenance problems, analyze root causes, and propose process or design improvements.

Additionally, the role serves as the liaison between the customer and the Original Equipment Manufacturer, facilitating rapid dissemination of critical maintenance information to operational and maintenance teams to ensure timely awareness of issues and solutions. Who You Are:
You are a proactive self-starter who takes initiative and can work independently with minimal supervision, ensuring that tasks are completed efficiently and accurately. You are committed to being present on-site, facilitating real-time collaboration and problem-solving with your team. You excel at working alongside team members and customers, leveraging collective strengths to achieve shared goals and deliver exceptional results. What's In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, 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. Further Information About This Opportunity:
Must be a United States Citizen. Must possess an interim clearance prior to starting with the ability to obtain a Final Secret Security Clearance. Basic Qualifications The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:
* A minimum of 5 years of C-130J experience as a C-130 avionics and electrical systems specialist with a proven ability to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft subsystems.

* Aircraft maintenance flight-line or support-shop experience supporting general aviation, U.S. Government, and/or foreign-military operational sites, with a focus on safety and mission readiness.

* Advanced drawing and schematic interpretation - extensive background reading, analyzing, and applying aircraft technical orders, time copliant techincal orders, schematics and wiring diagrams. Desired Skills The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:
* C-130J DTADS (Data Transfer And Diagnostic Systems) operations - proven knowledge and hands-on experience.

* C-130J airframe, mechanical and propulsion-systems - strong troubleshooting skills and in-depth system understanding.

* Maintenance program planning & scheduling - demonstrated ability to develop and manage approved aircraft maintenance plans.

* International operator liaison - successful experience interfacing with foreign…