Release Train Engineer - F35 - Level 6

Principal Release Train Engineer (RTE) – F35 Program We are seeking a Principal Release Train Engineer (RTE) to support the F35 Program as a Unit of Action for the various release trains: 41-series, 42-series, 45-series, 46-series, and the 4X-series. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary liaison to senior program leadership, customer representatives, integrated logistics, and air system stakeholders. Collaborate with program management to develop and implement program plans, including release planning and product development. Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the program, including program management, our customer, and capability owners. Coordinate large‑scale solution delivery across ARTs, suppliers, and partner organizations. Work with Development RTEs to optimize flow, remove bottlenecks, and maintain alignment with the Capability Roadmap. Address issues that span multiple ARTs or external vendors (e.g., integration, certification, logistics). Aid in the creation and maintenance of the Release‑Train Execution Plan (Milestones, PI Objectives, PI‑Level Milestones, Release Milestones). Support Relay Planning, PI Planning and Release Planning activities for the entire solution view. Produce regular Release‑Train status reports leveraging engineering metrics (KPIs, risk heat‑maps, burn‑up/down) for Business Owners and senior leadership. Oversee the integration of Mission‑Systems, Vehicle‑Systems, Off‑board Mission Support, firmware, and loadable data into a coherent, validated solution. Ensure systems‑engineering artifacts (functional analysis, interface control documents, requirements allocation) are maintained at the release level. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering preferred). Executive presentation experience. F‑35 Program experience. Minimum 12 years of program/project/engineering management experience in aerospace, defense, or large‑scale cyber‑physical systems. Strong foundation in systems engineering (functional analysis, requirements allocation, interface control). Hands‑on knowledge of air‑system components (Mission Systems, Vehicle Systems, Off‑board support, firmware, aircraft loadable data). Desired Skills Detailed execution planning. Cross‑functional relationships. Organizational & Time Management Excellence. Complex Issue Resolution. Advanced Communication. Systems Engineering Mastery. Full Air‑System Knowledge. Team Leadership & Collaboration. Agile‑SAFe Principles. Analytical Problem‑Solving. Technical Team Experience. Supplier & Partner Coordination. Continuous Improvement Mindset. Executive presence and communication skills. Security Clearance & Citizenship Must be a U.S. citizen. Position requires a government security clearance (Secret level). This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Equal Opportunity Employer Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Job Details Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: Aeronautics Company Type: Full‑Time Shift: First #J-18808-Ljbffr Lockheed Martin