F-35 Sustainment Engineer (Vehicle Systems)

Job Description
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.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Knowledge of F-35 sustainment processes, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)
• Experience with engineering analysis tools, such as finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools, such as Tableau
• Certification in a relevant engineering discipline, such as PE or FAA certification

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including 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.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.