Aircraft Field Support Engineer, F-35 MUO Program (Level 4)

Lockheed Martin; Utah; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Aircraft Field Service Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves troubleshooting and resolving issues related to advanced fighter aircraft modifications, ensuring optimal performance and safety. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with 5th Generation Fighter Aircraft and a strong background in avionics and mission systems. With flexible work schedules and comprehensive benefits, this position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth and innovation in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about aviation and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with 5th Generation Fighter Aircraft focusing on Avionics/Mission Systems.
• Experience as a Field Service Engineer with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and analyze aircraft discrepancies during Depot-level modifications.
• Document operational issues and identify failure trends to minimize aircraft downtime.

Skills

Avionics/Mission Systems

Vehicle Systems

Fault isolation and problem analysis

Technical report writing

Communication with military and senior leadership

Tools

FSE Vision/VAST

PDM

VAS

JEDI

JARVIS

PHM Plotter

CRE

CATIA

S/SEE

Job description

Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company as an Aircraft Field Service Engineer (FSE) on our Aeronautics Field Sustainment (AFS) team! Our team supports the F-35 OO-ALC Ogden Depot at Hill AFB, Utah, troubleshooting air vehicle and mission system issues during modifications and upgrades.

As a Nose to Tail (NTT) FSE, the preferred candidate will be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Avionics/Mission Systems (MS). It is also desired that the individual has emerging expertise in APG/Vehicle Systems (VS), capable of troubleshooting MS or VS issues.

The candidate will serve as a technical interface between Lockheed Martin AFS and the Ogden Depot customer, resolving issues related to F-35 aircraft modifications.

What You Will Be Doing

• Troubleshoot and analyze aircraft discrepancies during Depot-level TCTDs, Modifications, Upgrades, & Overhaul (MUO)
• Participate in maintenance meetings and debriefings to identify and address emerging issues, minimizing aircraft downtime
• Document operational issues and identify failure trends
• Initiate Action Requests (ARs) for operational failures, assisting in their documentation and resolution
• Provide informal training and guidance to customer personnel
• Travel as required, including deployments to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially hazardous or shipboard environments
• Work effectively with team and customer at all levels, communicating clearly both orally and in writing
• Support on-site activities, lead engineering efforts, and report status to management
• Work any shift as needed, including second shift
• Obtain F-35 Special Program Access and hold at least a Final Secret Security Clearance

Who You Are

You can build strong cross-department relationships, leverage data for decision-making, and foster cooperation among diverse teams.

What’s In It For You

We offer flexible work schedules, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s benefits here. Join a culture that empowers innovation, leadership, and making a difference.

Basic Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience with 5th Generation Fighter Aircraft (F-22, F-35), focusing on Avionics/Mission Systems (MS) and/or Vehicle Systems (VS)

Desired Skills

• 3+ years of experience with F-35 Mission Systems/Avionics
• Experience as a Field Service Engineer (FSE)
• Experience on all three variants: CTOL, CV, STOVL
• Ability to communicate with military and senior leadership
• Fault isolation and problem analysis at subsystem level
• Technical report writing skills
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics
• Experience with engineering tools like FSE Vision/VAST, PDM, VAS, JEDI, JARVIS, PHM Plotter, CRE
• Knowledge of CATIA and S/SEE

Security Clearance: Must be a US citizen with at least a Final Secret clearance. Ability to obtain F-35 Special Program Access required.