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　　The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the courage to fail, to try again and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission success has been ingrained in our culture. It is that passion combined with a strategic focus on ever changing global challenges that shapes our path forward.

　　What You Will Be Doing

　　The F-35 Test Planning and Operations manager will manage a team of system engineers responsible for the test planning, scheduling, process, and coordination of laboratory test and support activities in the Mission Systems Integration Labs (MSIL). The team is also responsible for providing post-test artifacts in support of formal software release activities and will provide support for flight test activities.

　　The candidate will be expected to perform direct technical tasks for approximately 50% of their time and will perform leadership tasks for the other 50% of their time. Overall, the Test Planning and Operations team is responsible for the test management and coordination of all test and lab activities in MSIL labs.

　　Additional responsibilities include personnel management, team performance, continuous process improvement, training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions.

　　The successful candidate will need to have very strong communication and presentation skills and will be required to interact with various stakeholders including JSF program Office (JPO) customers, program directors, program vice presidents and with teams across the Engineering & Technical organization.

　　You will need to be a US Citizen, and currently possess and be able to maintain a US DoD SECRET clearance, to support this government contract, as well as successfully pass a drug and background check, in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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

　　From flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.

　　Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

　　Fort Worth, TX

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

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aeronautical, Aerospace Engineering (or STEM degree) or non-technical degree with relevant technical experience.Experience in or working with system test or test planning and operations.Experience with System Integration & Test processes.Leadership experience Desired Skills: Excellent technical and communication skills (verbal & written) are required.Desire/ability to work in a laboratory environment.The role requires strong leadership skills as well as strong interpersonal skills for mentoring, guidance and managing a team of senior and principle System Test engineers.Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite applications, MS Teams, Databases, technical graphics, Confluence, SharePoint, etc.US Air Force avionics and aircraft experience. Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week 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: Possible Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other Type: Full-Time Shift: First