Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment Team as an F-16 Flight Manual Development Engineer at our Hill Air Force Base facility! This position supports the F-16 System Program Office (SPO) by researching, developing, and integrating the Flight Manual technical data/technical order changes related to the F-16 aircraft avionics and weapons systems along with the support equipment and aircraft system testers for different hardware and software configurations.

What You Will Be Doing
The F-16 Flight Manual Development Engineer responsibilities include:
• Reviews F-16 aircraft Flight Manuals to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability. Considered a Subject Matter expert in the principals of the Fighter Aircraft Flight operations under the role of a pilot. Requirements of this position is to understand and evaluate the review of Flight Manual procedures produced on-site by the Local F-16 Technical Publications authors. Performs Formal Technical Edit Reviews of Flight Manuals produced by the Technical Orders (T.O.) Authors on the team. Tests on ground aircraft to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability. Operates models of test aircraft during simulated in Lab engineering flight tests, production acceptance, and flight test support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers in the lab. Approves cockpit configuration. May conduct demonstration flights on in-lab aircraft simulators with customers, government officials, or other personnel present to exhibit aircraft avionics performance, simulated flight characteristics and system capabilities.
• Performs research related to red lined technical manuscripts with respect to hardware and software modifications. Conduct functional analysis of hardware and software update specifications as needed to ensure technical accuracy. Interface with program managers, systems engineers, system integrators, logisticians and Flight test on technical matters with modifications under development that may result in impacts to Flight Manuals.
• Acquires or verifies knowledge of subject by interviewing workers engaged in developing new products and services or in making improvements, observing performance of experiments and methods of production, referring to blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings and notes, trade and engineering journals, rewrites of articles, bulletins, manuals, or similar publications.
• Telework is equal to 50 or less, which is a situational Teleworking posture and will require the selected applicant to relocate to the Hill AFB Utah area to support the F-16 SPO In-Person.
• This is a Non-Flying Position and Will Not Perform any on Aircraft In-Flight Duties, No Current Flight Status/Certificate Required”
• This position requires an active Final Secret Security Clearance. Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Who You Are
You are skilled in utilizing iterative development cycles, enabling quick feedback loops that enhance product quality and responsiveness to change.

You utilize data to pinpoint areas for improvement, driving initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, and overall performance.

What’s In It For You:
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.

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Basic Qualifications:
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:

• Experience with the principals of Flight such as an aircraft Fighter Pilot or System Test Engineer.
• Experienced in the use or development of Aircraft Flight Manuals or other Pilot Checklists and Guides.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Skills:
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the others:

• F-16 Pilot with more than 1,000 hours of flight experience.
• Familiarity with F-16 Blocks 25 through 52
• Experience with F-16 Flight Development and Testing.
• Experience Writing T.O.’s to include Flight Manuals.
• QA inspection experience within the last 2 years with emphasis on TO development related F-16 modifications. Direct leadership on a team performing Technical Writing, TO development and engineering support as related to fighter aircraft avionics or weapons systems using military Technical Order publications.
• Able to demonstrate Advanced Experience/Knowledge using Epic Editor, Isodraw, Arbor Text Tool Suite, and Adobe Acrobat also a plus.
• Able to communicate complex requirements and interpret complex formatting instructions, guidance, policies, and rules relating to technical writing and TO development.
• Advanced knowledge of F-16 flight line avionics (electrical and mechanical) troubleshooting, repair, calibration, hardware/software upgrades, and parts supportability of specific test equipment.
• Strong computer skills with attention to detail. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and (SGML).
• Advanced Interpersonal skills and attitude to establish and maintain a positive and effective interaction with leadership, customers and peers.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the others:

• F-16 Pilot with more than 1,000 hours of flight experience.
• Familiarity with F-16 Blocks 25 through 52
• Experience with F-16 Flight Development and Testing.
• Experience Writing T.O.’s to include Flight Manuals.
• QA inspection experience within the last 2 years with emphasis on TO development related F-16 modifications. Direct leadership on a team performing Technical Writing, TO development and engineering support as related to fighter aircraft avionics or weapons systems using military Technical Order publications.
• Able to demonstrate Advanced Experience/Knowledge using Epic Editor, Isodraw, Arbor Text Tool Suite, and Adobe Acrobat also a plus.
• Able to communicate complex requirements and interpret complex formatting instructions, guidance, policies, and rules relating to technical writing and TO development.
• Advanced knowledge of F-16 flight line avionics (electrical and mechanical) troubleshooting, repair, calibration, hardware/software upgrades, and parts supportability of specific test equipment.
• Strong computer skills with attention to detail. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and (SGML).
• Advanced Interpersonal skills and attitude to establish and maintain a positive and effective interaction with leadership, customers and peers.