F-35 Sustainment Engineer (Vehicle Systems)

BAE Systems•Fort Worth, TX

3d•$88,189 - $149,922

About The Position

BAE Systems in Fort Worth Texas is looking to add a Sustainment Engineer to its team! The F-35 Sustainment Engineer candidate is responsible for addressing Action Requests (ARs) relating to the BAE F-35 Vehicle Systems (fuel systems, life support and crew escape systems) submitted by the F-35 Fleet in support of the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and international customers within the F-35 Air Vehicle System. The candidate will serve as the primary BAE liaison between the Lockheed Martin and military/government customers relating to F-35 operations and the BAE Vehicle Systems. Provide F-35 Logistics support of Action Requests submitted from the F-35 fleet by utilizing the Customer Relationship Management Tool (CRM), Lightning II Information Support Tool (LIST), and the Integrated Engineering Database (IEDB). Participate in an integrated team of multiple IPTs of both international and US military services Determine release of technical information per International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs) Author technical documents to include but not limited to released engineering provided by the BAE Design Authority per BAES Local Procedure Governance Note Initiate, review, status and close as appropriate Action Requests Official liaison between BAE UK and the LM and government customers Work in a highly complex and politically sensitive environment Perform at a high level in executive meetings involving customer and LM leadership Additional duties as assigned by management. Able to be granted/obtain access to Lockheed Martin facilities and toolsets.

Requirements

High School Diploma, or 14 or more years equivalent experience/combined education
Associate Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or 10 or more years equivalent experience/combined education
Bachelor degree from an accredited cllege in a related discipline, or 8 years equivalent experience/combined education
Master Degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or 6 years equivalent experience/combined education
Experience working in a fast paced, customer focused environment to resolve questions raised by the F-35 community via Action Requests (ARs).
Established knowledge base of F-35 Vehicle Systems (fuel systems, life support and crew escape systems) maintenance, tactical aircraft maintenance, and technical publications
Established tactical/working knowledge of the F-35 Vehicle Systems (fuel systems, life support and crew escape systems) is desired.
Ability to work in a high stress environment to meet customer needs and expectations at short notice
Be the main point of contact on all matters relating to the BAE F-35 vehicle systems.
Experience interpreting engineering drawings/blueprints in additional to technical specifications
Working in a highly complex and politically sensitive environment
Strong communication skills are required both internally and externally
Able to perform at a high level in executive meetings involving customer and LM leadership
Customer relationship management
Self-starter and capable of working independently with minimal guidance
Effective reporting of tasks to both senior management and the customer
Skilled in Microsoft Office Products; Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, etc.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of F-35 sustainment processes, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)
Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
Experience with data analytics and visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI
Certification in a relevant engineering discipline, such as PE or FAA certification

Responsibilities

Addressing Action Requests (ARs) relating to the BAE F-35 Vehicle Systems (fuel systems, life support and crew escape systems)
Serve as the primary BAE liaison between the Lockheed Martin and military/government customers relating to F-35 operations and the BAE Vehicle Systems.
Provide F-35 Logistics support of Action Requests submitted from the F-35 fleet by utilizing the Customer Relationship Management Tool (CRM), Lightning II Information Support Tool (LIST), and the Integrated Engineering Database (IEDB).
Participate in an integrated team of multiple IPTs of both international and US military services
Determine release of technical information per International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs)
Author technical documents to include but not limited to released engineering provided by the BAE Design Authority per BAES Local Procedure Governance Note
Initiate, review, status and close as appropriate Action Requests
Official liaison between BAE UK and the LM and government customers
Work in a highly complex and politically sensitive environment
Perform at a high level in executive meetings involving customer and LM leadership
Additional duties as assigned by management.
Able to be granted/obtain access to Lockheed Martin facilities and toolsets.

Benefits

health, dental, and vision insurance
health savings accounts
a 401(k) savings plan
disability coverage
life and accident insurance
employee assistance program
a legal plan
discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
paid time off
paid holidays
paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.