Systems Engineer Sr (CAM) - E3

Lockheed Martin; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a Systems Engineer Sr CAM to lead control accounts for the F-35 program. You will integrate engineering teams to ensure contract baseline, performance, and timely deliverables, focusing on labor, material, and direct costs.

The ideal candidate has CAM experience in aerospace/defense, excellent communication, and the ability to work across IPTs. Flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of CAM or program-control experience in aerospace/defense on a large-scale program.
• Advanced MS Excel (macros, Power Query), SAP/ERP, and strong EVMS knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex financial data to technical and executive audiences.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (or higher).

Responsibilities

• Work effectively within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to interact with Development, Production, Sustainment, and Customer Programs teams.
• Ensure budget distribution, provide requirements to appropriate teams, and establish an accurate baseline for execution per the plan.
• Establish clear communications between finance, planning, Chief Engineering team, LoB engineering team, and program management.
• Drive appropriate processes, assess issues/risks/opportunities, and plan investigations or mitigations for favorable resolutions.
• Manage time efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to multi-task and learn quickly.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

Tools

MS Excel (macros, Power Query)

SAP/ERP

EVMS knowledge

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Systems Engineer

Standard Job Description

You will be the Systems Engineer Control Account Manager (CAM) for the F-35 Chief Engineering Organization.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Systems Engineer Sr, you will integrate professionals across engineering to ensure timely contract baseline, performance, and delivery of contractual deliverables. This includes Control Account Management (CAM) responsibilities for multiple control accounts, focusing on labor, material, and other direct costs.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to interact with Development, Production, Sustainment, and Customer Programs teams.
• Ensure budget distribution, provide requirements to appropriate teams, and establish an accurate baseline for execution per the plan.
• Establish clear communications between finance, planning, Chief Engineering team, LoB engineering team, and program management.
• Drive appropriate processes, assess issues/risks/opportunities, and plan investigations or mitigations for favorable resolutions.
• Manage time efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to multi-task and learn quickly.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, a quick learner with demonstrated experience in a fast-paced environment. They must be collaborative, able to interact effectively with various teams, and have a strong ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently.

Further Information About This Opportunity

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, 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.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of Control Account Management (CAM) or program‑control experience in aerospace/defense, with proven responsibility for a control account on a large‑scale program.
• Advanced MSExcel (macros, Power Query), SAP/ERP expertise, and strong knowledge of Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex financial data to technical and executive audiences.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (or higher).

Desired Skills

• Direct experience with the F‑35 program or other high‑performance aircraft initiatives.
• Certified Defense Financial Management Analyst (CDFMA) or similar credential.
• Previous experience with LM Corporate/DCMA/DCAA audits and participation with Integrated Baseline Review (IBR) and Integrated Change Control (ICC) processes.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross‑functional teams.
• Active participation in community‑service or volunteer programs reflecting strong ethical standards.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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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.