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Project Engineer Staff – F-22 – Level 4

Fort Worth, Texas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job ID: 727376BR Date posted: May. 11, 2026
Description:

You will be the Project Engineer Staff - F-22 for the F-22 Airframe Team which is responsible for...


What You Will Be Doing


As the Project Engineer Sr - F-22 you will be responsible for leading the engineering definition of retrofit, upgrade, and repair initiatives for the F-22 airframe. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver cutting‑edge capabilities that keep the world’s premier fighter at peak performance.


Your responsibilities will include:



  • Develop and validate engineering requirements for airframe modifications.

  • Lead design reviews and ensure compliance with flight‑critical standards.

  • Coordinate with manufacturing, test, and sustainment teams to integrate solutions.

  • Manage schedule, risk, and technical documentation throughout project lifecycle.

  • Mentor junior engineers and drive continuous improvement in processes.


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


You are an experienced senior project engineer with a proven record of delivering complex airframe solutions. Collaborative, decisive, and technically rigorous, you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and inspire teams to achieve high‑impact results. Your expertise in aerospace engineering and passion for advancing fighter capabilities make this role a perfect fit.


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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.


Basic Qualifications:
- Project Management or Project Engineering experience
- Must be familiar with Earned Value Management concepts and application
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, including Access, Excel and Project
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering technical discipline such as Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical or Civil Engineering
Desired Skills:
- Configuration Management experience
- Familiarity or experience with FAR, Part 15 (TINA) compliant proposal requirements
- Functional estimating experience in engineering, materials, operations, and/or Sustainment
- Experience using proposal pricing systems or BOE tools such as, PROPRICER, APTS, or BOE other tool usage
- Experience with Catia
- Experience with Engineering Bill of Material (EBOM) product structure
- Experience in Tableau
- Proven communication and leadership skill
- Experience in Earned Value Management
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, 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: Aeronautical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is the largest defense contractor in the United States and one of the most influential aerospace and security companies in the world. The company develops advanced systems across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains, including fighter aircraft like the F-35, missile defense systems, satellites, space exploration technologies, and classified intelligence platforms that support U.S. and allied national security missions.

For job seekers, Lockheed Martin offers a wide range of career opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, aerospace design, systems integration, manufacturing, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on some of the most advanced and widely deployed defense systems in the world. Many roles involve supporting long-term programs with direct impact on military readiness and global security.

Unlike smaller defense firms that focus on niche technologies, Lockheed Martin operates at massive scale across multiple mission areas, giving employees exposure to complex systems such as stealth aircraft, missile defense networks, hypersonics, space-based systems, and autonomous platforms. The company also plays a major role in classified programs and next-generation defense technologies that shape the future of warfare and deterrence strategy.

As global defense priorities continue to shift toward advanced aerospace systems, space dominance, and integrated multi-domain operations, Lockheed Martin remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking stable, highly technical, and mission-driven careers with global impact, Lockheed Martin continues to stand as a defining pillar of aerospace and national security.

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