Systems Engineer Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; 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

Holidays

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Affordability Engineer Senior - Level 3 to lead cost-reduction initiatives across Production, Sustainment, and Development within the F-35 program.

You will partner with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams to safeguard program budgets, advise on affordability processes, and drive Value‑Driven Solutions to deliver cost-effective outcomes for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Engineering experience in the Aerospace Industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive cost-reduction initiatives across CRI for Production, Sustainment, and Development units.
• Advise cost-category owners on affordability processes, decision criteria, and funding options.
• Monitor CRI project budgets and provide technical guidance to process managers.
• Act as liaison among engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and program stakeholders.
• Develop expertise as a Value‑Driven Solutions Specialist supporting Aeronautics Engineering & Technology leadership.

Skills

CRI & affordability strategy

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Affordability Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the F-35 Affordability Engineering team which is responsible for delivering cost‑effective solutions across the F-35 program.

Standard Job Description

You will be the Affordability Engineer Senior - Level 3 for the F-35 Affordability Engineering team which is responsible for delivering cost‑effective solutions across the F-35 program.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Affordability Engineer Senior - Level 3 you will be responsible for driving cost‑reduction initiatives and providing strategic affordability guidance to multiple stakeholders.

\"Your responsibilities will include:\"

• Integrate and execute Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRI) across Production, Sustainment, and Development business units.
• Advise cost‑category owners and CRI project leads on affordability processes, decision criteria, and funding options.
• Monitor CRI project budgets and progress, delivering technical guidance to process managers.
• Act as liaison among engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and program stakeholders.
• Develop expertise as a Value‑Driven Solutions Specialist supporting Aeronautics Engineering & Technology leadership.

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 self‑starting, innovative engineer with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset. You thrive in fast‑paced, high‑visibility environments and excel at networking across diverse teams. Your ability to balance technical expertise with strategic thinking makes you an ideal candidate to protect millions of dollars in program spending.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must possess an active Interim Secretclearance to start.This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. For positions that perform IT responsibilities, use E646, Systems Engr-IT.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Engineering experience in the Aerospace Industry.

Desired Skills

• Experience using Microsoft Office tools emphasizing Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with written, verbal, and presentation communications skills, including briefing to members of upper management.
• Experience in systems engineering disciplines with understanding of the total lifecycle (architecture, requirements, design, analysis, integration, verification, production and sustainment) including the following key competencies: Supplier Interface, Proposal Analysis, Risk and Opportunity Assessment.
• Experience working with the change request process.
• Experience with trade studies.
• Understanding and strong appreciation for practicing and developing Standard Work processes and tools.
• Knowledge of overall F-35 air system, design, and processes.
• Knowledge of F-35 development, production operations, and sustainment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or experience.
• Knowledge of Subcontract Management process (TINA, FAR, proposal, PCA, negotiations, FFP, LTA, MRC, etc.).

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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.