Systems Engineering Principal - Level 6

Description:

You will be the Systems Engineering Principal for the Aeronautics Business Area which is responsible for advancing cutting‑edge aircraft technology.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Systems Engineering Principal you will be responsible for driving system safety excellence across complex aeronautics programs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead system safety analyses for advanced aeronautics programs.


• Develop and assess safety requirements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.


• Mentor junior engineers and champion best practices in safety engineering.


• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate safety considerations early in design.


• Conduct risk assessments and present findings to senior leadership.

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 a seasoned system safety expert with a proven track record in aeronautics. You thrive in collaborative environments, bring strategic insight to complex problems, and are passionate about mentoring the next generation of engineers. Your experience enables you to influence decisions that shape safe, reliable flight systems.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.

Basic Qualifications:
• Experience leading a team of system safety practitioners to develop and execute program-level system safety efforts.

• Business Acumen to coordinate with program management to support program captures, execution, and/or customer engagements.

• Technical depth to provide subject matter expertise to support Line of Business (LoB) strategy development, training, and long-range objectives.

• Ability to develop executive communications and briefings to highlight the mission value proposition to internal and external stakeholders.

• Program management skills to coordinate with management on System Safety budget, schedule, and/or staffing.
Desired Skills:
• Technical expertise to lead a diverse team of system safety practitioners to develop and execute cutting-edge tools and analysis techniques for evaluating both manned and unmanned aircraft.

• Executive presence to coordinate with the Director of Aviation Safety and Airworthiness to establish processes and techniques for system safety internally and externally.

• Technical depth to provide subject matter expertise to support Line of Business (LoB) strategy development and program offices.

• System Safety and Software Safety expertise to include extensive experience in associated standards to include MIL-STD-882E. SAE ARP-4754, SAE ARP-4761, DO-178C, DO-254.
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: 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: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Specialty Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First