Description:We are seeking an experienced Electro-Optical Engineer to join our team F-16 team in Fort Worth, TX. As an Electro-Optical Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of cutting-edge Electro Optical / Infrared (EO/IR) sensor technologies, driving supplier coordination, integration, product innovation, and ensuring successful flight test and product delivery. A key focus of this role will be the integration of EO/IR Pod capabilities onto the F-16 platform as well as other Lockheed Martin Aeronautics (LM Aero) platforms, requiring close collaboration with our engineering teams and the supplier's leadership and technical teams.

Key Responsibilities:
• Act as optics technical SME for the F-16 PODs team
• Review and ensure technical integrity of requirements and manage contractual data deliveries
• Collaborate with the supplier's technical team to streamline integration and implementation of cutting-edge Electro Optical / Infrared (EO/IR) sensor technologies
• Work closely with internal Lockheed Martin Aeronautics cross-functional teams to ensure successful product integration and delivery, including planning, monitoring, and tracking program tasks and schedules
• Ensure compliance with Lockheed Martin's quality and security standards, as well as those of specific Aeronautics’ programs
• Identify opportunities for digital transformation (DT) and facilitate knowledge

The selected candidate must have or be able to obtain a final DoD Secret security clearance prior to start of work, must maintain a DoD Secret clearance and be able to obtain and maintain a SAP/SAR clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college in Engineering or a related discipline
• Familiarity with EO/IR Sensors, General Avionics, EW/CM, Radar, CNI or Fusion Systems
• Strong Systems Engineering Development and Integration Skills
• Familiarity with engineering oversight of supplier(s)
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills - ability to oversee multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to identify and resolve task conflicts and issues
Desired Skills:
• Master's Degree from an accredited college in Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience with Military or Government Programs
• Fundamental understanding of Electro Optical, Infrared and/or Laser Systems with experience integrating those systems
• Laboratory, Field, or Flight Test experience with Electro Optical, Infrared and/or Laser Systems
• Professional and interpersonal communication skills required to interface with individuals from various disciplines while performing complex serial and parallel tasks
• Demonstrated ability to deal with highly complex and challenging electronic systems
• Robust experience interfacing with suppliers, customers, and subcontractors
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
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: Electro-Optical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First