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Research Scientist Sr


Company : Lockheed Martin


Location : Cherry Point, NC


Created : 2026-04-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

**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 **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:** 9x80 every other Friday off **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:** Scientist **Type:** Full/-Time **Shift:** First