Infrared Low Observables Engineer (Level 2)
Lockheed Martin, Fort Worth, TX, United States
You will be the Infrared Low Observables Engineer for the Low Observables team (Signature Management & Survivability) which is responsible for advancing infrared susceptibility and low‑observable technology across the entire aircraft survivability lifecycle.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Infrared Low Observables Engineer you will be responsible for leading technical efforts that shape the next generation of stealth‑focused infrared solutions.
Perform and communicate vehicle signature predictions using Unix‑based codes, EO/IR ray‑trace, MonteCarlo, CEM, MoM, and geometric/physical optics.
Conduct laboratory measurements of material coupons to determine optical, electrical, and environmental properties.
Design, prototype, and test advanced infrared materials, coatings, and hardware components.
Develop and maintain signature prediction tools in C++, Java, and Fortran, creating algorithms for novel problem solving.
Lead multidisciplinary design teams and interface with customers, Government forums, and program reviews to drive R&D plans and transition to production.
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.
Who You Are
You are a highly motivated engineer with deep expertise in infrared phenomenology, stealth signature reduction, and computational electromagnetics. You excel at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights and thrive both independently and within small, high‑performing teams. Your strong communication skills, customer‑focused mindset, and proven ability to lead technical initiatives make you an ideal fit for this role.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Optics
Experience in IR, optics, photonics, CEM, RF, or electromagnetics
U.S. Citizenship
Desired Skills
Master’s degree or above in Engineering, Physics, or Optics
Expertise with heat transfer, thermodynamics, radiometry, aircraft jet propulsion, atmospherics and weather, infrared search and track systems, EO/IR sensors, EO/IR focal plane array solid state physics, IR optics, coatings and thin films
Proficiency with one or more scripting languages such as csh, bash, python, or Matlab
Previous experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
Experience in infrared (IR) signature, IR cameras/sensors, radar cross section (RCS)
Expertise in LO modeling and predictions: Computational electromagnetics (CEM) EO/IR
Experience with LO integration / multi-discipline air vehicle systems design
Knowledge of RADAR, RF materials, RF material measurements
Experience with IRAD & CRAD projects (signature technology)
Programming with C/C++, Java, Fortran, Matlab, Python
CAD software literacy for model cleanup and meshing
Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance required.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, and you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility. For this position, the schedule is 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.
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What You Will Be Doing
As the Infrared Low Observables Engineer you will be responsible for leading technical efforts that shape the next generation of stealth‑focused infrared solutions.
Perform and communicate vehicle signature predictions using Unix‑based codes, EO/IR ray‑trace, MonteCarlo, CEM, MoM, and geometric/physical optics.
Conduct laboratory measurements of material coupons to determine optical, electrical, and environmental properties.
Design, prototype, and test advanced infrared materials, coatings, and hardware components.
Develop and maintain signature prediction tools in C++, Java, and Fortran, creating algorithms for novel problem solving.
Lead multidisciplinary design teams and interface with customers, Government forums, and program reviews to drive R&D plans and transition to production.
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.
Who You Are
You are a highly motivated engineer with deep expertise in infrared phenomenology, stealth signature reduction, and computational electromagnetics. You excel at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights and thrive both independently and within small, high‑performing teams. Your strong communication skills, customer‑focused mindset, and proven ability to lead technical initiatives make you an ideal fit for this role.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Optics
Experience in IR, optics, photonics, CEM, RF, or electromagnetics
U.S. Citizenship
Desired Skills
Master’s degree or above in Engineering, Physics, or Optics
Expertise with heat transfer, thermodynamics, radiometry, aircraft jet propulsion, atmospherics and weather, infrared search and track systems, EO/IR sensors, EO/IR focal plane array solid state physics, IR optics, coatings and thin films
Proficiency with one or more scripting languages such as csh, bash, python, or Matlab
Previous experience in low observables (LO), survivability, or susceptibility
Experience in infrared (IR) signature, IR cameras/sensors, radar cross section (RCS)
Expertise in LO modeling and predictions: Computational electromagnetics (CEM) EO/IR
Experience with LO integration / multi-discipline air vehicle systems design
Knowledge of RADAR, RF materials, RF material measurements
Experience with IRAD & CRAD projects (signature technology)
Programming with C/C++, Java, Fortran, Matlab, Python
CAD software literacy for model cleanup and meshing
Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance required.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, and you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility. For this position, the schedule is 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.
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