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Engineering Project Management Principal F-16 (Level 6)

Lockheed Martin

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Job Number 729749BR

Description:You will be the Engineering Project Management Principal F-16 (Level 6) for the Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) which is responsible for delivering advanced fighter capabilities across multiple programs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Engineering Project Management Principal F-16 you will be responsible for steering technical, cost, and schedule performance of F-16 engineering efforts, while guiding a small team of Project Engineers.

Your responsibilities will include:

Own engineering performance across multi-program portfolios, aligning technical, cost, schedule, and business objectives.

Serve as the primary technical advisor to program management and senior leadership, influencing key decisions and customer commitments.

Lead resolution of complex, cross-program technical issues and drive enterprise-level integration of engineering disciplines.

Establish and maintain technical baselines, requirements traceability, and performance tracking through TPMs and EVM metrics.

Mentor senior project engineers and emerging leaders, shaping staffing strategies and capability development.

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 collaborative senior technical leader with deep experience in fighter aircraft engineering and program management. You excel at navigating complex technical landscapes, influencing senior stakeholders, and cultivating high-performing teams. Your strategic mindset and hands-on approach enable you to drive results while fostering an environment of continuous improvement.

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 possess an active Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.

• 12+ years of relevant engineering experience, including leadership of complex engineering programs or major program elements.

• Demonstrated experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and program performance metrics

• Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex, integrated engineering environments.

• Experience interfacing with Program Management and/or customers on technical execution.

• Secret security clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Extensive experience with F-16 or similar tactical aircraft systems and integration environments.

• Demonstrated ability to operate at a program-of-programs or enterprise level.

• Cost Account Manager (CAM) experience or equivalent financial accountability.

• Experience serving as a technical authority, Chief Engineer, or equivalent role on complex efforts.

• Experience with proposal development, capture strategy, and customer engagement.

• Experience with Agile planning and execution in large-scale engineering programs.

• Experience with JIRA, Tableau, Confluence, or similar tools for execution and performance tracking.

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

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: 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.

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: Aeronautical Engineering

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First
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