Data Fusion Block Lead (Release Train Engineer) Prin - E6

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 183,000 - 339,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

FSA

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, TX, seeks a Fusion Block Captain (Release Train Engineer) to serve as servant‑leader and chief Scrum Master for an Agile Release Train, coordinating PI planning, execution, and delivery across multiple cross‑functional teams to meet business objectives and quality goals.

Qualifications include 15+ years in Agile delivery with 10+ in leadership roles, proven SAFe guidance for 8–12+ teams, strong facilitation and stakeholder management, and expertise with CI/CD and

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Agile delivery, with at least 10 years in a Scrum Master, RTE or leadership role.
• Demonstrated success leading multiple Agile teams (8-12+ teams) in a SAFe environment.
• Expertise with Agile tools and code configuration repositories.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices as well as refinement for optimization.
• Servant‑leadership and strong facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Systems thinking and ability to manage complex dependencies.
• Analytical mindset with data‑driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead PI Planning events and other ART ceremonies.
• Prepare and maintain backlog readiness in partnership with Product Management and System Architects.
• Facilitate synchronization across teams (Scrum‑of‑Scrums, PO Sync, ART Sync).
• Plan, conduct, and coordinate software development activities.
• Apply standards, processes, and tools throughout the development life cycle.

Skills

Agile leadership

Scrum Master / RTE leadership

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

Systems thinking

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Risk management

Tools

Jira / Agile tools

Code repositories

Job description

Standard Job Description

The Fusion Block Captain (Release Train Engineer (RTE)) serves as the servant‑leader and chief Scrum Master for an Agile Release Train (ART). The RTE is responsible for orchestrating the planning, execution, and delivery of full Program Increments (PIs) across multiple cross‑functional Agile teams and contracts, ensuring alignment with business objectives, high‑quality outcomes, and continuous improvement. Plans, conducts, and coordinates software development activities. Applies the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle. Applies knowledge of computer hardware and software, subject matter to be programmed in business/mission applications, information processing techniques used, and information gathered from system users to develop software. Prepares operating instructions, compiles documentation of program development, and analyzes system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls. Ensures software standards are met. Lead PI Planning events and other ART ceremonies. Prepare and maintain backlog readiness in partnership with Product Management and System Architects. Facilitate synchronization across teams (Scrum‑of‑Scrums, PO Sync, ART Sync).

Basic Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Agile delivery, with at least 10 years in a Scrum Master, RTE or leadership role.
• Demonstrated success leading multiple Agile teams (8‑12+ teams) in a SAFe environment.
• Expertise with Agile tools and code configuration repositories.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices as well as refinement for optimization.
• Servant‑leadership and strong facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Systems thinking and ability to manage complex dependencies.
• Analytical mindset with data‑driven decision making.

Desired Skills

• Strong problem‑solving skills and resilience under pressure.
• Ability to influence without authority and build consensus across diverse groups.
• Experience in regulated industries (defense, aerospace, aerospace, etc.) is advantageous.
• Experienced in F-35 Fusion capabilities and development.
• Expereicned with Embedded Real‑Time software development.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $182500.00 - $338900.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well‑being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.