Senior Research Scientist, Low-Observable Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth is seeking a senior engineer to lead LO/RCS analysis efforts for advanced aircraft platforms. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, translate requirements into deliverables, and manage secure data and cross-department collaborations.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, 15+ years in related fields, and a track record of enterprise data systems and LO maintenance leadership. Strong communication with senior leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in a low observable field, signature management, or radar cross section analysis for advanced aircraft platforms.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams in the development of low observable systems, processes, or analytical tools.
• Demonstrated expertise in RCS measurement, analysis, and predictive signature modeling for fighter aircraft.
• Proven track record of designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-scale engineering data systems or analytical platforms.
• Experience serving as technical liaison to government program offices on low observable systems and sustainment issues.
• Deep knowledge of effects of defects and repairs on aircraft signature performance, including repair verification methodologies.
• Experience managing classified engineering data, security protocols, and secure system deployments.
• Demonstrated ability to translate program requirements into technical solutions, engineering schedules, and deliverable milestones.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform scientific experiments and related research studies using established methods.
• Develop theories to understand, characterize and organize phenomena for project advancement and emerging technologies.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities and research efforts across teams.

Skills

Leadership

RCS measurement

Signature modeling

Engineering data systems

Technical liaison

Project delivery

Communication

Security practices

Adaptability

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline

Master's degree or PhD in Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related discipline

Tools

None specified

Job description

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth is seeking a senior engineer to lead LO/RCS analysis efforts for advanced aircraft platforms. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, translate requirements into deliverables, and manage secure data and cross-department collaborations.

The role requires an active Secret clearance, 15+ years in related fields, and a track record of enterprise data systems and LO maintenance leadership. Strong communication with senior leadership is essential.