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F-35 Test Pilot-Level 5

Lockheed Martin
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Fort Worth, TX, USA
Sep 20, 2026

Standard Job Description

We are Lockheed Martin

You will be a Test Pilot for the Flight Operations team.  
Lockheed Martin Flight Operations is looking for an energetic test pilot who wants to make a difference.

We want a person who is willing to provide leadership, apply technical acumen, and make the team better.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Test Pilot you will start by supporting our F-35 efforts, but the position may grow to involve other projects such as Lockheed Martin’s Advanced Development Programs, better known as Skunk Works.  

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) development, requirements development, and market assist.

  • Subject matter expert on all aspects of the F-35.

  • Subject matter expert for flight test to include flight test planning, run card development, test execution and reporting. 

  • Fly missions such as experimental, developmental, production, engineering flight test, test support, customer demonstration flights and others as assigned.

** Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. **

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.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice. 

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Tests aircraft to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability. Operates models of test aircraft during engineering flight tests, production acceptance, and flight test support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers. Coordinates flight operations efforts. Approves cockpit configuration. May conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or other personnel aboard to exhibit aircraft performance, flying qualities and system capabilities.

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Basic Qualifications

  • Suitable FAA Commercial Pilot (SE Land, Instrument Airplane) or Airline Transport Pilot certificate.

  • Current FAA Class I or II medical certificate. • 1,000 hours first-pilot time in a tactical aircraft.

  • F-35 flying experience in excess of 100 hours.

  • Graduate of a military or recognized Test Pilot School (TPS).  

  • SECRET or higher security clearance.

  • Must be willing to travel and have a valid U.S. passport.

Desired Skills

  • Comfortable working with Comms and PR in front of a camera.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00

At  Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

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

996476167850

Security Clearance

SECRET
About Lockheed Martin

The F-35, PAC-3, and the GOES weather satellite...What do all of these technologies have in common? Talented people, our employees are the core of our business here at Lockheed Martin. As the leading global security, aerospace and information technology company-and the largest provider of IT services, systems integration & training to the U.S. government-we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

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