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Research Scientist Sr

Lockheed Martin

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cherry point marine corps air station, NC (On-Site/Office)

Job Number 714635BR

Description:Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company F-35 program seeks an experienced and motivated candidate to join the Signature Integration Team for Supportable Low Observables (SLO) at FRC-E Cherry Point. The successful candidate will be a part of the F-35 SLO team to become a subject matter expert in supportable low observables. The engineer will be responsible for maintaining the RCS integrity of the F-35. This engineer will operate and analyze the output RCS zonal and point inspection measurement equipment. The selectee will be required to identify, develop, implement, and sustain process improvements as they relate to the maintenance of LO coatings and the use and development of LO verification measurement equipment. The position requires strong communication skills. A demonstrated ability to communicate both verbally and in writing is required as evidenced by prior final reports and technical briefings to large (possibly adversarial) groups. An ability to explain complex technical concepts in a readily comprehensible manner is an advantage. The candidate should have experience in customer/client interaction and preparing successful technical proposals. This will include the ability to perceive customer needs, develop a compelling technical approach to meet those needs, clearly and concisely describe a plan for implementing the technical approach, and provide reasonable cost/schedule estimates for the work required.
• Typical responsibilities may include:

• Responsible for SLO operations to support production, sustainment, and development requirements.
• Responsible for performing technical reviews of modification documentation to include, Change requests (CRs), IRPs (Initial Retrofit Plans), TCTDs (Time Compliance Technical Directives), LO Workbooks.
• Responsible for planning, performing, post-processing, and communicating the results of laboratory, field, depot, flight, and vehicle signature measurements.
• Responsible to provide LO technical support for the validation and verification of the modifications and field action requests.
• Responsible to provide LO technical support for the operation of Low Observable Health Assessment System (LOHAS).

Candidate will coordinate with various functions on the team to develop integrated technical/project solutions to both tactical and strategic program risks and issues.
Travel may be required to support tasks.
Basic Qualifications:
5 years of professional experience with a related Bachelor's degree or 3 years of professional experience with a related Master's degree.

Knowledge of Low Observable production, or maintenance concepts and operations.

Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires special access and requires Active DoD Secret security clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or continuous vetting.
Desired Skills:
• Experienced with Radar Measurement Technology F-35 LO maintenance/troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of VAS, PDM, Computer Aided Design (CAD), CATIA V5, Matlab, Compuquest, relational data bases, CRM, Excel
• Previous experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
• Project or program management, and execution of signature technology
• F-35 LO maintenance/troubleshooting experience
• Proven experience interfacing with diverse teams of contractors and military customers
• Experience with Repair Verification Radar (RVR) or other zonal RCS equipment
• Experience in radar cross section (RCS), Low Observable (LO) materials and processes, LOHAS
Project or program management, and execution of signature technology
• Prior military service at multiple levels of fighter aircraft maintenance, logistics, and support preferred.
• Familiarity with F-35 airframe design and coating materials and methods, aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Experience collaborating across multi-disciplined engineering and sustainment teams
• Excellent information organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal presentation
• CompTIA Security+ certification
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 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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Scientist
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
group id: lckmtncx

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