Senior Manager Signature Management – Development & Production
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Job Description
**JOB ID:** 720146BR
**Date posted:** Mar. 19, 2026
**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.
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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.
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.
**Security Clearance Statement:**
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:**
Top 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:**
Onsite Full\-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
**Work Schedules:**
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional
**Date posted:** Mar. 19, 2026
**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.
(opens in new window)
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.
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.
**Security Clearance Statement:**
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:**
Top 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:**
Onsite Full\-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
**Work Schedules:**
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional
Posted: 2026-03-18