Description:You will be the Systems Engineer Staff, Project Lead for the Simulation and System Labs (SSL) which is responsible for designing, procuring, developing, testing, and sustaining aircraft flight simulation systems as well as integrating and testing aircraft software, systems, and subsystems.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Systems Engineer Staff, Project Lead you will be responsible for leading the project management of the F‑35 Simulation and System Labs (SSL) Simulation Development team, serving both internal and external Lockheed Martin customers. You will guide proposals, schedules, costs, and technical scope to support integration and testing of operational flight software across multiple contracts.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead daily project activities.
- Mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities.
- Communicate project progress to all levels of leadership.
- Demonstrate familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM).
- Manage the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
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 strategic, detail‑oriented leader with strong technical acumen and proven project‑management experience in complex aerospace programs. You excel at collaboration, risk management, and driving results while maintaining clear communication with stakeholders at all levels. Your ability to balance cost, schedule, and technical performance makes you an ideal champion for our high‑impact simulation initiatives.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.Basic Qualifications:• Previous Project Management or Project Engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field from an accredited college or university.
Desired Skills:• Experience in the contracting life-cycle processes (RFP, BOEs, negotiation).
• Experience with simulation systems.
• Team leadership experience.
• Technical degree preferred.
• Control Account Manager Experience.
• CAM Certification or PMI/PMP Certification.
• Strong EVM knowledge/experience with appropriate applications/execution tools.
• Familiarity with the F-35 Mission Systems domain.
• Previous experience on Advanced Development Programs.
• Experience in estimating technical development tasks.
• Experience with LM capital and IT management process.
• Previous Risk and Opportunity Management development and tracking experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies.
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 KnowExpression 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.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Models and Simulations
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
