{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ec1fae4bcc3cdfcd758c20ae","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ec1fae4bcc3cdfcd758c20ae","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ec1fae4bcc3cdfcd758c20ae","title":"Flight Test Control Engineer (Level 3)","description":"Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Lockheed Martin Corporation, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Job DescriptionWe are Lockheed MartinThis position is for a second shift flight test control engineer to support flight test modifications and configuration management for F-16 developmental and operational test programs at Eglin AFB, FL. The applicant will team with USAF, contractor, and civil service engineers and maintainers as part of an integrated test team. The flight test control engineer will apply extensive technical expertise to develop solutions to complex problems in support of technical planning, system integration, and modification of unique flight test aircraft. The successful applicant will provide flight test control engineering for flight and ground operations, serving as the focal point between aircraft maintenance and engineering to coordinate maintenance and logistics support, ensure correct aircraft configurations, and assist in aircraft anomaly resolution.The flight test control engineer will represent the organization as the prime technical contact for F-16 modifications. The applicant will interact with senior external personnel on significant technical matters requiring extensive coordination between multiple organizations.Alternate shift, overtime, travel and weekend work may be required to support mission & staffing needs.This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**A level 3 employee Typically has 5 - 10 years of professional experienceWhat'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:MedicalDental401kPaid time offWork/life balanceCareer developmentMentorship opportunitiesRewards & recognitionLearn More About Lockheed Martin's Comprehensive Benefits Package Here.EngineeringAeronauticsBasic QualificationsFighter aircraft configuration management, sustainment, maintenance, or production experience.Experience in USAF maintenance activities and procedures, and T-2 modification processes.Active/current Secret security clearance.Desired SkillsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field.Experience with maintenance/configuration management of F-16 avionics systems.Experience with flight test aircraft modifications/configuration management.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Exceptional planning and coordinating skills.Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate complex issues with a variety of stakeholders.EEOLockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.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.Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.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.Work Schedule InformationLockheed 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.National Pay StatementPay Rate:The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or Washington DC is $82,200 - $157,500. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.This position is incentive plan eligible.Premium Pay StatementPay Rate:The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $94,500 - $178,000. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.This position is incentive plan eligible. 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