Research Scientist Sr

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Havelock
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

You will be the Research Scientist Sr for the Signature Integration Team for Supportable Low Observables (SLO) which is responsible for advancing low observable technologies on the F?35 program. What You Will Be Doing As the Research Scientist Sr you will be responsible for becoming the subject?matter expert in supportable low observables, driving measurement and analysis of radar cross?section (RCS) and guiding process improvements for low observable (LO) coatings and verification equipment. Your responsibilities will include: Lead SLO operations supporting production, sustainment, and development requirements. Perform technical reviews of modification documentation, including Change Requests, Initial Retrofit Plans, and Time Compliance Technical Directives. Plan, execute, post?process, and communicate results of laboratory, field, depot, flight, and vehicle signature measurements. Provide LO technical support for validation and verification of modifications and field action requests. Support the operation of the Low Observable Health Assessment System (LOHAS) and coordinate with cross?functional teams to develop integrated technical solutions. 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 engineer with a strong background in low observable technologies, RCS measurement, and technical reporting. You excel at communicating complex concepts clearly, both verbally and in writing, and have a proven track record of delivering technical proposals that address customer needs. Your collaborative mindset and ability to work across functional teams enable you to identify risks, develop integrated solutions, and drive continuous improvement. Further Information About This Opportunity MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience working on LO on 5th gen aircraft Knowledge of Low Observable production, or maintenance concepts and operations. Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires special access and requires Active DoD Secret security clearance with an investigation within the last 5 years or continuous vetting. Desired skills •Experienced with Radar Measurement Technology F-35 LO maintenance/troubleshooting experience •Knowledge of VAS, PDM, Computer Aided Design (CAD), CATIA V5, Matlab, Compuquest, relational data bases, CRM, Excel •Previous experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility •Project or program management, and execution of signature technology •F-35 LO maintenance/troubleshooting experience •Proven experience interfacing with diverse teams of contractors and military customers •Experience with Repair Verification Radar (RVR) or other zonal RCS equipment •Experience in radar cross section (RCS), Low Observable (LO) materials and processes, LOHAS Project or program management, and execution of signature technology •Prior military service at multiple levels of fighter aircraft maintenance, logistics, and support preferred. •Familiarity with F-35 airframe design and coating materials and methods, aircraft systems and subsystems. •Experience collaborating across multi-disciplined engineering and sustainment teams •Excellent information organization skills •Excellent written and verbal presentation •CompTIA Security certification 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. 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. 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. 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 $93,200 - $164,450. 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. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $107,300 - $185,840. 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.

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