You will be the F-22 Simulation System Test Engineer Stf for the LM Aero System Integration and Test, Air Combat Simulation (ACS), Operations Team which is responsible for advanced flight simulation testing and support.

What You Will Be Doing

As the F-22 Simulation System Test Engineer you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, authoring, and conducting system‑level F-22 Operational Flight Program testing using man‑in‑the‑loop and automated simulation tools.

Your responsibilities will include:

Plan, coordinate, author, and conduct F-22 OFP testing at the system level using simulation and automated test tools.
Develop detailed test procedures and collaborate with developers and test organizations to align test plans.
Execute tests, analyze results, and produce clear, actionable reports for stakeholders.
Lead ACS support for System Level Development Testing and coordinate efforts with the ACS Software Test Lead.
Operate simulators, create test scenarios, provide customer support, and assist with lab integration and capability development.

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

A collaborative engineering professional with deep expertise in flight simulation testing, strong analytical skills, and the ability to drive results in a fast‑paced environment. You thrive on solving complex technical challenges, supporting customers, and advancing simulation capabilities that directly impact mission success.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.

This position is in Marietta, GA Discover Marietta.

Plans, implements, tests, documents, and maintains solutions for the integration and testing of in-house developed and COTS/GOTS components, elements, subsystems and/or systems. Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. Establishes functional and technical specifications and standards, solves hardware/software interface problems, defines input/output parameters, and ensures integration of the entire system or subsystem. Reviews, evaluates and derives requirements for testability, develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for complete systems and/or subsystems. Coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities with programs and other organizations. Performs analysis of test results and prepares comprehensive subsystem and/or system level evaluation reports which verify and validate system performance. Writes discrepancy reports and performs integration regression testing to verify/validate incorporated fixes to software, components, subsystems and systems. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position in practice.

Basic Qualifications

Experience with fighter avionics, fighter data-link systems, fighter subsystem and sensor integration, and test planning or operational experience of the same.

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or other STEM disciplines or non technical degree combined with 8 relevant experience.

Desired Skills

US military 4th or 5th gen fighter pilot/aircrew experience is highly desired.

Candidate will immediately represent ACS to customers and strong communication skills are a must.

Direct experience with fifth generation aircraft (F-22, F-35, or B-2) flight and system integration testing.

Specific experience with testing Inter-Flight Data Link (IFDL), Link-16, fighter sensors, sensor track fusion, and communications, navigation, and identification (CNI) systems a plus.

Working with budgets (Earned Value Management or Control Account Manager)

Linux / Python experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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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.

Job ID

996476168553

Security Clearance

SECRET

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