F-35 Initial Retrofit Plan Developer

Job Description This position is an F-35 Initial Retrofit Plan Developer working within the customer’s site and located in Ft Worth, Texas. This position will provide support to the Lockheed Martin (LM) Modifications, Upgrades, and Overhaul (MUO) Team within F-35 Global Sustainment by developing Air System modification plans. The successful individual will work closely with the Tier 1 partners (LM, NGC, and BAE Systems) and the Joint Strike Fighter Program Office (JSFPO) during the developmental stage of aircraft modification plans, capabilities, and deliveries.

Primary Duties : Provide modification and technical expertise to support the development and planning of Air System modification activities

Develop retrofit solutions containing the necessary planning elements (Mod scope / retrofit approach, team size, skill composition, special facilities / equipment requirements, maintenance level, MKPL and TCTD authoring assessment, duration, and schedule impacts)

Deliver assigned planning products such as ROMs and Initial Retrofit Plans supporting program need dates and Change Request activities

Provide technical support to maintainers and modification teams during TCTD validation as well as during modification incorporation in the field after formal TCTD release.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills B.S. degree in Aerospace, Engineering, Aviation Management or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years related experience. Education requirement may be waived based on specific / related job experience

F-35 program experience required

US military aircraft maintenance experience

Experience utilizing F-35 tools such as : JTD, PDM, JDL, VAS as well as the full complement of MS Office tools

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $86460 - $146982

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.