Research Scientist Staff

Job ID: 675413BR Date posted: Sep. 04, 2024
Description:Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company F-35 program seeks an experienced and motivated candidate to join the F-35 Supportable Low Observable (SLO) Team. This position will be located at Woensdrecht Air Base, Netherlands supporting the Netherlands National Air Vehicle Depot.

What You Will Be Doing

The candidate will be required to prioritize multiple projects and initiatives in a complex environment to ensure program activities are well coordinated and executed. An ability to explain complex technical concepts in a readily comprehensible manner is necessary. The candidate will be required to exhibit effective and clear communications skills at all levels. The candidate will be required to understand the military service joint operations and structure. Timely communication of project status and emerging issues to peers and management is critical.
Primary Responsibilities:
• SLO and signature management SME for sustainment
• Low Observable Health Assessment System (LOHAS)
• LO Verification assessment and understanding of different RCS measurement tiers
• Lead SLO projects from initialization through to implementation
• Prepare and submit basis of estimates to support recurring and pop-up contracts

What’s In It For You: 3 day weekends every weekend!

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.

Who You Are
You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Travel and shift work may be required to support tasks. Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires special access and requires Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.

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Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 7 years of professional experience; or 5 years of professional experience with a related Master’s degree.

-Knowledge of F-35 Supportable LO concepts and operations, including the LO Health Assessment System (LOHAS) and Repair Verification Equipment (RVE).
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of VAS, PDM, Computer Aided Design (CAD), CATIA V5, Matlab, Compuquest, relational data bases, QADS, CRM, Excel
Experience with rapid prototyping methods.
Previous experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
Project or program management, and execution of signature technology
Experience with proposal development and new business pursuits
Experience in radar cross section (RCS) design, Low Observable (LO) materials and processes, LOHAS, LO verification
Knowledge of the F-35 airframe design and coating materials and methods Project or program management, and execution of signature technology
Experience collaborating across multi-disciplined engineering and sustainment teams
Excellent information organization skills
Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Aircraft structures experience highly desired
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: RF Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First