Lockheed Martin · 4 hours ago
Systems Engineer - Affordability
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelLockheed Martin is seeking a Systems Engineer - Affordability for their F-35 Affordability Engineering team, responsible for delivering cost-effective solutions across the F-35 program. The role involves integrating and executing Cost Reduction Initiatives while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective program spending and value-focused outcomes.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Integrate and execute Cost Reduction Initiatives across Production, Sustainment, and Development business units
Advise cost-category and CRI project owners on affordability processes, business decision criteria, and funding options
Monitor CRI project costs and progress, delivering technical guidance to process managers
Act as liaison among engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, suppliers, and program stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination
Develop and apply Value-Driven Solutions expertise in support of Aeronautics Engineering & Technology leadership
Qualification
Required
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access
You are a self-starting, motivated engineer with strong communication and networking skills
You thrive in fast-paced, high-visibility environments, balancing technical expertise with strategic thinking
Collaborative, process-oriented, and customer-focused, you excel at translating complex data into actionable solutions and enjoy partnering across disciplines to achieve mission-critical goals
Preferred
Experienced working with teams that are comprised of a variety of roles and backgrounds including Program Management, Engineering and Technology, Finance, Global Supply Chain, Production Operations, and Quality
Must be an excellent communicator, skilled in data visualization, with experience presenting to executive leadership and external customers
Strong fundamental engineering knowledge and financial acumen
Familiarity with Cost modeling and/or Design-to-Cost tools
Manufacturing materials & processes familiarity
Producibility Analysis experience
Knowledge of overall F-35 air system, design, and processes
Knowledge of F-35 development, production operations, and sustainment
Knowledge of Subcontract Management process (TINA, FAR, proposal, PCA, negotiations, FFP, LTA, MRC, etc.)
Experience with Capture, Position to Win, Affordability Planning, Government Contracting, Team Facilitation, Training, Coaching, Group Prioritization Techniques, Cost Target Allocation, and engaging with suppliers
Capable of performing O&S Cost, Similar-to, Pre-Design Performance, Sensitivity, Cost Capability, Producibility, Pareto, Architecture cost-driver, cost-benefit, and/or Learning Curve Analyses
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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