F-35 Release Engineer

JOB ID: 724097BR Date posted: Apr. 23, 2026 Description: WHAT WE'RE DOING

Rotary and Mission Systems' Training, Logistics and Simulation (TLS) business is Lockheed Martin’s center of excellence for training and logistics products and services, serving the U.S. military and more than 65 international customers around the world. Based in Orlando, TLS develops programs that teach service men and women skills to accomplish their most challenging missions — flying the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft, navigating ships and driving armored vehicles.

TLS is the corporation’s hub for simulation, X reality, live\-virtual\-constructive capabilities, advanced training devices and full\-service training programs. TLS also provides sustainment services such as supply chain and logistics IT solutions, spares and repairs, as well as automated test and support equipment.

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THE WORK

This position is for a Systems Engineer on the F\-35 Training System Support Center (TSSC) team. The TSSC is responsible for the sustainment of the fielded Training System enterprise providing pilot and maintainer training across multiple training locations. The Training System includes classroom infrastructure, courseware, and training devices that support the training mission.

The individual selected for this position will be responsible for a variety of tracking and planning tasks applicable to the sustainment phase of the F35 Training Program. The primary focus will be as a member of the Change Oversight and Release Engineering (CORE) Team. CORE facilitates the implementation of changes to Training Systems products.

As a key member of the CORE team you will:

• Collaborate with Product Teams to understand the scope of change, change type, effectivity, and schedule.
• Evaluate a change for enterprise effectivity and sustainability and then authorizes its release for use on the Training System
• Verify readiness of delegated change for field release
• Process Release Authorization Notices
• Support release processes with for non\-delegated changes.
• Coordination with Aero and JPO counterparts for all change requests.

Additional responsibilities may include support for TSSC Problem Management, Process Improvement, and Earned Value Management.

Some travel may be required. (\<25%, typically 1\-2 weeks/year).

Position is \>50% remote, but requires some physical presence on\-site at Eglin AFB or Orlando Lake Underhill Facility.

This position requires a candidate who is a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain an Interim Secret security clearance. As such, the role would require the candidate to report to their home facility when requested.

WHY JOIN US

Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.

We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better\-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.

Basic Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel / Word / PowerPoint / SharePoint / Access
• Familiarity with JIRA/Confluence
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical information to both technical and non\-technical audiences, including customers, senior leaders, and cross\-functional teams
• Experience with process or engineering changes, schedule revisions and work requirements

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with the F\-35 Program
• Familiarity with change management/configuration management
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.
• Earned Value Management
• Experience working with export controlled data. (ITAR requirements)

Security Clearance Statement:

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

Clearance Level:

Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:

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:

Part\-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedules:

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.

Schedule for this Position:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

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.

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.

Experience Level:

Experienced Professional

Business Unit:

RMS

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

Systems Engineering: Other

Type:

Full\-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business. United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers. Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology\-driven learning programs enable your development and agility. Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond. Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

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