Pilot Subject Matter Expert & Pilot Vehicle Interface Engineer

18-Mar-2026 Pilot Subject Matter Expert & Pilot Vehicle Interface Engineer Aeronautics Company Texas 717285BR Basic Qualifications

• Experience flying the F-16.
• Demonstrated experience in aviation and technology such as technical degree or technology development/test experience.
• DoD Active Secret clearance.

Job Code/Title E6195:

Prodctn/Training Pilot Sr Stf Job Description We are Lockheed Martin You will be the Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Pilot Vehicle Interface (PVI) design engineer to serve in the Pilot Systems Engineering (PSE) group specializing in the F-16 program with opportunities to support 5th Generation and Advanced Development Programs (ADP). What You Will Be Doing As the Pilot Subject Matter Expert your responsibilities will include:

• Research and design of innovative PVI mechanizations and pilot / human engineering for tactical cockpits.
• Provide pilot SME support in the forms of participation in design review meetings, system test and flight test reviews, customer and program support regarding aircraft capabilities and PVI.
• Work with pilots, engineers, and simulation technicians to design, implement, evaluate, and document PVI mechanizations.

This includes authoring and publishing Pilot's Guides and other contract deliverables describing the enhanced aircraft capabilities.

You will be expected to:

• Have a high-level knowledge of 4th Generation fighters, requiring an understanding of advanced fighter flying skills, mission systems, mission capabilities and gaps for potential growth, and basic concepts of employment in realistic combat environments.
• From initial design identification to requirements development to beyond product delivery, work closely with engineering system design, system architects, software development teams, system test, and flight operations/flight test (and more) to ensure pilot SME support for product optimization.
• Provide pilot SME guidance to aircraft simulations, Cockpit Review Teams (CRTs, or the like), Tech Order product support, and platform roadmap planning.
• Potentially flying back seat missions
• Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

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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  Discover Fort Worth. aeroflightops Desired skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively within a team.
• Weapons School, Instructor, or Standardization Evaluation pilot experience.
• DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Other Important Information 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. Select the Telework classification for this position Employee will work on-site full-time Ability to Telecommute No telecommuting Shift First Work Schedule Information 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. Work Schedule 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Security Clearance Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years LMCareers Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Program IFG Department 6R9F00:

Pilot Systems Engineering Job Class Systems Engineering:

Other Job Category Experienced Professional City, State Fort Worth-TX City Fort Worth Zip 76108 Virtual no Relocation/Housing Stipend Available Possible Req Type Full-Time Direct/Indirect Direct

• 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. EEO 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.

National Pay Statement Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $150,800 - $265,880. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement Pay Rate:

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $173,400 - $300,495. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.