Lockheed Martin · 16 hours ago
F-35 Low Observable Signature Engineer
Palmdale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelLockheed Martin is seeking an F-35 Low Observable Signature Engineer for their Signature Management & Survivability team, which focuses on enhancing aircraft stealth capabilities. The role involves shaping the signature reduction strategy for next-generation fighter aircraft and requires expertise in low observable technology and radar cross-section analysis.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop low observable (LO) material applications and structures to minimize detectable signatures
Perform radar cross‑section (RCS) analyses and validate results against performance targets
Apply electromagnetics (EM) and computational electromagnetics (CEM) techniques to evaluate and improve stealth performance
Lead LO project and program management activities, coordinating with cross‑functional teams to meet schedule and cost objectives
Collaborate with test and analysis groups to integrate signature reduction solutions into the F‑35 platform
Qualification
Required
You will be the F-35 Low Observable Signature Engineer for the Signature Management & Survivability team which is responsible for advancing aircraft stealth capabilities
As the F-35 Low Observable Signature Engineer you will be responsible for shaping the signature reduction strategy of next‑generation fighter aircraft
Design and develop low observable (LO) material applications and structures to minimize detectable signatures
Perform radar cross‑section (RCS) analyses and validate results against performance targets
Apply electromagnetics (EM) and computational electromagnetics (CEM) techniques to evaluate and improve stealth performance
Lead LO project and program management activities, coordinating with cross‑functional teams to meet schedule and cost objectives
Collaborate with test and analysis groups to integrate signature reduction solutions into the F‑35 platform
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
You are a collaborative engineer with deep expertise in signature reduction, RCS analysis, and electromagnetic modeling
You thrive in a high‑performance environment, excel at program leadership, and are driven by the challenge of delivering stealth solutions that protect our airmen
Preferred
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Recognized experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
Experience with radar cross section measurements/testing or radio-frequency (RF) antenna design/integration
Experience in LO modeling and predictions; Computational electromagnetics (CEM) software
Experience with LO integration / air vehicle systems design
Proficient in MATLAB coding, Microsoft Excel, Project, and PowerPoint
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2026-01-24
2026-01-24
2026-01-22
Company data provided by crunchbase