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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Software Engineer - F16 Aircraft System Test - Level 4

Lockheed Martin is seeking a F-16 Aircraft System Test Software Engineer to join their Aeronautics team within the Ogden Air Logistic Complex. The role involves developing and designing software for the F-16 aircraft's Operational Flight Program and conducting various system tests throughout the software development process.

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Responsibilities

Performing intelligence research and compile data to create threat simulation models
Building threat representative scenarios used in testing advanced avionics system development and fielding
Interpret and decompose aircraft and weapons requirements to develop test cases and software programs for traditional and/or automated tests
Develop software applications and software engineering packages to enhance and improve traditional software and hardware System Integration Lab (SIL) testing processes
Coordinate and communicate with software and hardware test team members to plan and execute tests across the spectrum of the software development processes
Document findings and results in accordance established development and configuration management processes
Conduct integration tests of each aircraft subsystem against developmental aircraft Operational Flight Programs (OFP)
Develop test plans and test procedures
Effectively communicate discovered OFP and Integrated Test Stand (ITS) anomalies in Software Watch Item (WIT)/ Defect databases
Assist with troubleshooting and correcting SPARs
Conduct system level tests at each phase of the software development process
Support Interface Control Working Group (ICWG) and User Group meetings. Document findings and results in accordance with established development and configuration management processes

Qualification

Software DevelopmentTest PlanningThreat Simulation ModelsSystems TroubleshootingF-16 Avionics KnowledgeTeam CollaborationInterpersonal Skills

Required

Must be a U.S. citizen
Must possess at minimum a Final Secret Security Clearance
Performing intelligence research and compile data to create threat simulation models
Building threat representative scenarios used in testing advanced avionics system development and fielding
Interpret and decompose aircraft and weapons requirements to develop test cases and software programs for traditional and/or automated tests
Develop software applications and software engineering packages to enhance and improve traditional software and hardware System Integration Lab (SIL) testing processes
Coordinate and communicate with software and hardware test team members to plan and execute tests across the spectrum of the software development processes
Document findings and results in accordance established development and configuration management processes
Conduct integration tests of each aircraft subsystem against developmental aircraft Operational Flight Programs (OFP)
Develop test plans and test procedures
Effectively communicate discovered OFP and Integrated Test Stand (ITS) anomalies in Software Watch Item (WIT)/ Defect databases
Assist with troubleshooting and correcting SPARs
Conduct system level tests at each phase of the software development process
Support Interface Control Working Group (ICWG) and User Group meetings
Document findings and results in accordance with established development and configuration management processes

Preferred

Experience building threat simulation models
Electrical Engineering Bachelor's degree or a Master's Degree
Extensive knowledge or experience with U.S. military aviation operations
Excellent systems troubleshooting skills and experience
Knowledge of F-16 aircraft avionics systems including Pilot Vehicle Interfaces (PVI), internal electronic bus structure, and subsystem integration operations
Working knowledge of F-16 specific aircraft sub-systems, weapon systems and how they integrate with on-board computer processors
Ability to effectively interface with civilian government, DoD, and industry representatives
Exceptional interpersonal skills and must be able to work well in a team environment

Benefits

Flexible work schedules
Comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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