Job Description

Job Description

You will be the Senior Manager Signature Management – Development & Production for the Signature Management Development & Production team which is responsible for advancing low‑observable technologies for the F‑35.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Senior Manager Signature Management – Development & Production you will be responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and analysts to design, test, and qualify next‑generation LO materials, coatings, structures, and integration processes for the F‑35.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Directing the definition, planning, and execution of scientific experiments and prototype evaluation campaigns that support production line signature requirements.


• Overseeing IP evaluations, patent disclosures, and technology transfer activities with legal and business partners.


• Acting as the primary liaison to senior program leadership, external customers, and industry peers to align research objectives with program milestones.


• Driving a culture of innovation, safety, and high‑integrity data stewardship across the Development & Production portfolio.

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 collaborative technical leader with deep expertise in low‑observable materials and systems. You thrive in complex, high‑stakes environments, excel at translating scientific insight into actionable program solutions, and champion rigorous data integrity. Your ability to influence senior stakeholders and mentor diverse talent makes this role a unique platform to shape the future of national defense.

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 possess an active Secret clearance to start and be able to obtain a Top Secret with investigation within 5 years

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

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (e.g., Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics)
• Demonstrated mastery of radar cross section (RCS) analysis and measurement, low observable (LO) materials, advanced coatings, structural integration, and sustainment ready LO processes.
• Hands on experience across all F 35 lifecycle stages: Modernization, Production, and Transition to Sustainment.
• At least 12 years of scientific research combined with program management responsibility, including oversight of senior level technical professionals.
• Proven ability to build, mentor, and guide high performing technical teams.

Desired skills

• Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional oral and written communication; capable of translating complex scientific concepts for senior leadership, external customers, and non technical audiences.
• Proven track record of delivering large scale technical solutions on schedule, including risk mitigation and corrective action plans.
• Strong mentorship record – developing technical talent pipelines and succession plans for critical LO research functions.
• Experience with both development prototype and high rate production environments, including test range coordination and data reduction techniques.
• Ability to formulate long term research strategies, align them with program cost schedule goals, and drive execution through cross functional teams.
• Broad exposure to multiple F 35 customers (U.S. Services, international partners) and familiarity with their signature management requirements.

EEO

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.

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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.

Other Important Information

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 Schedule Information

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.

Security Clearance Information

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $157,800 - $278,185. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $181,400 - $314,525. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.