Systems Engineer - Affordability

Description: You will be the Systems Engineer - Affordability for the F-35 Affordability Engineering team which is responsible for delivering costu2011effective solutions across the Fu201135 program. What You Will Be Doing As the Systems Engineer - Affordability you will be responsible for integrating and executing Cost Reduction Initiatives (CRI) while providing expert counsel on affordability processes, decision criteria, and funding options. You will collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders to protect program spend and drive valueu2011focused outcomes. Your responsibilities will include: + Integrate and execute Cost Reduction Initiatives across Production, Sustainment, and Development business units. + Advise costu2011category and CRI project owners on affordability processes, business decision criteria, and funding options. + Monitor CRI project costs and progress, delivering technical guidance to process managers. + Act as liaison among engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and program stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination. + Develop and apply Valueu2011Driven Solutions expertise in support of Aeronautics Engineering & Technology leadership. Whatu2019s In It For You We are committed to supporting your worku2011life balance and overall wellu2011being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martinu2019s 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 flexibility to enable inspiration and focus u2013 if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and enjoy what you do, we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Who You Are You are a selfu2011starting, motivated engineer with strong communication and networking skills. You thrive in fastu2011paced, highu2011visibility environments, balancing technical expertise with strategic thinking. Collaborative, processu2011oriented, and customeru2011focused, you excel at translating complex data into actionable solutions and enjoy partnering across disciplines to achieve missionu2011critical goals. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. This position is in Fort Worth, TX uf0e0 Discover Fort Worth. Basic Qualifications: u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in STEM discipline u2022 Engineering Experience in the Aerospace Industry Desired Skills: u2022 Experienced working with teams that are comprised of a variety of roles and backgrounds including Program Management, Engineering and Technology, Finance, Global Supply Chain, Production Operations, and Quality. u2022 Must be an excellent communicator, skilled in data visualization, with experience presenting to executive leadership and external customers. u2022 Strong fundamental engineering knowledge and financial acumen. u2022 Familiarity with Cost modeling and/or Design-to-Cost tools u2022 Manufacturing materials & processes familiarity. u2022 Familiarity with Cost modeling and/or Design-to-Cost tools u2022 Producibility Analysis experience u2022 Knowledge of overall F-35 air system, design, and processes. u2022 Knowledge of F-35 development, production operations, and sustainment. u2022 Knowledge of Subcontract Management process (TINA, FAR, proposal, PCA, negotiations, FFP, LTA, MRC, etc.) u2022 Experience with Capture, Position to Win, Affordability Planning, Government Contracting, Team Facilitation, Training, Coaching, Group Prioritization Techniques, Cost Target Allocation, and engaging with suppliers. u2022 Capable of performing O&S Cost, Similar-to, Pre-Design Performance, Sensitivity, Cost Capability, Producibility, Pareto, Architecture cost-driver, cost-benefit, and/or Learning Curve Analyses. 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: 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, youu2019re 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: Specialty Engineering Type: Full-Time Shift: First

Created: 2026-02-09