Manager – F35/IFG Development for Modernization & Sustainment

Job ID: 730756BR Date posted: Jun. 01, 2026
Description:### **Key Purpose**
Lead the execution of all contracted Signature Integration tasks for both the F‑35 and Integrated Fighter Group (IFG) LOBs, driving modernization and sustainment initiatives to meet enterprise schedule and budget goals.

---

### **Core Responsibilities**

- **Business & Administrative Excellence**
- Oversee contract deliverables, ensure compliance with schedule, budget, and performance metrics.
- Generate status reports, risk assessments, and corrective action plans for leadership review.

- **Technical Development & Issue Management**
- Direct design, integration, and testing of signature‑related technologies (stealth, EM, IR, etc.).
- Lead root‑cause analysis and resolution of technical anomalies across the F‑35/IFG portfolio.

- **Team & Talent Management**
- Mentor and develop a high‑performing team of engineers and specialists (25 000+ global workforce context).
- Conduct career‑development planning, performance coaching, and succession‑ready staffing.

- **Stakeholder Relationship Management**
- Serve as primary liaison to internal program offices, external customers, and partner organizations.
- Build and sustain trusted relationships with the customer community, ensuring alignment of expectations and deliverables.

- **Leadership Communication**
- Provide concise briefings up the leadership chain, across peer groups, and to all team members.
- Translate technical status into actionable information for senior decision‑makers.

---

### **Qualifications**

| Requirement | Details |
|-------------|---------|
| **Citizenship** | Must be a U.S. citizen; position requires special access clearance. |
| **Experience** | Proven record in signature integration, stealth technology, or systems integration within the aeronautics sector. |
| **Education** | Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field; advanced degree preferred. |
| **Skills** | Project management, budget control, risk mitigation, technical writing, stakeholder engagement, mentorship. |
| **Clearance** | Ability to obtain and maintain the required special access clearance for the facility. |

---

### **Location**
Facility with special access requirements (exact site disclosed to eligible candidates).

---

### **How to Apply**
Submit your résumé and a brief cover letter highlighting relevant signature‑integration experience to the internal recruitment portal under “Signature Management & Survivability – Research Manager”.

---

*Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.*
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Required.
• Signature Management expertise is required within an SM&S discipline: Signature Integration, Low Observables Materials and Processes or Supportable Low Observables.
• Candidate should be knowledgeable of all program phases as they relate to Signature encompassing Modernization, Production and Sustainment.
• Leadership experience in diverse and dynamic team environment/organization
• Program management experience in managing programs delivering successful cost, schedule and financial outcomes
Desired Skills:
• Master's degree preferred.
• Full knowledge of F-35 LOHAS and LOHAS baseline products and processes
• Full knowledge of F-22 SAS system
• Experience in running computational electromagnetic (CEM) RCS (Radar Cross Section) prediction software
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the proven ability to communicate to all levels internally and externally
• Demonstrated ability to drive closure and resolve technical issues/challenges
• Experience in developing technical talent and building pipelines to sustain technical expertise within the organization
• Experience with both production and development programs
• Proven experience in developing strategies and translating them into action and results
• Wide variety of customer experience and exposure across Lines of Business
• Top Secret Security Clearance
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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: Yes
Career Area: Electrical Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First