F-16 Flight Test Engineer

Basic QualificationsKnowledge of F-16 flight testing to include avionics maintenance and weapons systems.Experience in USAF test activities and procedures, modification processes.Exceptional Planning And Coordinating Skills Are Required.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 security clearance to start.Job DescriptionWe are Lockheed MartinFlight Test Engineer position supporting both FMS (Foreign Military Sales) and USAF F-16 testing at Edwards AFB, CA. Personnel responsible for planning and execution, and reporting of flight test program(s), coordinating test program activities with stakeholders, 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, 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, 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.**Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**EngineeringAeronauticsWhat’s In It For YouOur 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 & recognitionLearn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.Desired SkillsAbility to interface with all levels of project management is desired.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.Previous military flight test experiencePrivate Pilot/General Aviation experienceExcellent 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.Other Important InformationBy 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 remotelyOnsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.