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The F‑35 Integrated Test Force at Edwards AFB, CA is seeking an experienced Mission Planner to support current mission planning tasking and expand the capabilities of OMS for F‑35 Developmental Test. The selected candidate will also work with Operations Group and IPTs to develop and review mission plans for every flight test event, develop and maintain processes for instance management of drive images across the DT fleet, support all facets of the Developmental Test engineering cycle, assist in post‑mission data processing, establish relationships between U.S. Government and contractor entities, handle applicable cryptographic information, review and update documentation, lead engineering efforts, and travel as required.

Responsibilities

- Work with Operations Group and IPTs to develop and review mission plans for every flight test event.
- Develop and maintain processes for instance management of drive images across the DT fleet.
- Support all facets of the Developmental Test engineering cycle for the Mission Planning Environment and OFP release, including documenting and driving anomalies to closure via the SPAR process, testing missing planning releases, test SW fixes, and vetting and improving technical data in conjunction with vendor Software and Systems Engineering IPTs.
- Assist in post‑mission data processing.
- Establish relationships and collaboration between United States Government and Contractor entities to ensure Mission Planning Software are released, installed, and tested.
- Obtain and handle applicable cryptographic information.
- Review and update internal and external documentation and instructions to streamline processes and expedite the fielding of effective mission planning software.
- Lead engineering efforts (projects, tiger teams, etc.) as assigned by site leadership.
- Travel as required to witness lab testing and support external test or planning events.





Basic Qualifications

- Demonstrated F‑35 Mission Planning experience, specifically with MPSE and JMPS.
- Experience handling COMSEC information.
- B.S. in a STEM field from an accredited college in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
- Willingness and ability to work extended hours, odd/off‑shifts and weekends as needed.
- Ability to attain and maintain both Secret collateral and SAP program clearances.

Desired Skills

- Current Security+ Certification.
- Experience working with contractors and/or customer representatives.
- Experience supporting Test Plan Working Groups and other Developmental Test planning events.
- Familiarity with the SPAR process.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Security Clearance Statement

This position requires a government security clearance, and you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years.

Work Schedules and Compensation

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week. Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to employees.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and Recent York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 – $157,550. For states not referenced above, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location.

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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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📌 Mission Planning Discipline Engineer
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