Operations & Maintenance Tech Data Author - Level 1 Job at Lockheed Martin Corpo

Operations & Maintenance Tech Data Author - Level 1

Aeronautics Company

Texas

Operations & Maintenance Tech Data Author

Location : Fort Worth TX

What You Will Be Doing

As an Operations & Maintenance Technical Data Author at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, you will play a critical role in supporting the sustainment of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter by developing and maintaining high-quality technical publications. In this role, you'll transform complex engineering data into clear, user-focused maintenance instructions used by military personnel around the world. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure that technical documentation accurately reflects current aircraft configurations and supports the operational readiness of the fleet. This is an opportunity to combine your technical aptitude with a passion for precision, contributing directly to the success of one of the most advanced aircraft programs in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and maintain Operations & Maintenance (O&M) interactive electronic technical manuals (IETMs) for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
• Interpret and incorporate engineering data, supplier documents, and customer requirements into clear, concise technical instructions.
• Utilize Lockheed Martin's XML-based authoring tools and content management systems to produce and revise technical publications.
• Ensure documentation aligns with engineering configurations, safety standards, and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, logistics, and customer support, to gather and validate technical data.
• Conduct validation and verification (V&V) of technical content to ensure accuracy, usability, and compliance.
• Review and analyze feedback from field users and stakeholders to implement technical publication updates and improvements.
• Maintain version control and track changes throughout the document development lifecycle.
• Stay up to date on F-35 aircraft system changes to ensure documentation remains current and relevant.

What's In It For You

From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented technical communicator with a passion for turning complex systems and engineering data into clear, actionable instructions. You bring a strong foundation in aircraft systemsmechanical, airframe, or avionicsand thrive in a structured, collaborative environment. You're comfortable navigating technical drawings and documentation, and you're eager to learn new tools and authoring systems. Whether working independently or as part of a team, you approach each task with precision, accountability, and a commitment to supporting the warfighter. Your ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and work across functional teams ensures the delivery of high-quality, mission-critical publications.

This position is in Fort Worth, TX

Desired skills

Other Important Information

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.

Ability to Telecommute

Part time telecommuting

Shift

First

Work Schedule Information

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.

Work Schedule

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Security Clearance Information

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

Security Clearance

Secret

LMCareers Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Department

6OE300 : GRS SUST - SE (ENGR)

Job Class

Product Support

Job Category

Experienced Professional

City, State

Fort Worth-TX

City

Fort Worth

Zip

76137

Virtual

no

Relocation / Housing Stipend Available

Possible

Req Type

Full-Time

Direct / Indirect

Direct

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.

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.

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $52,300 - $92,230. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees : accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate : The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $60,200 - $104,190. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position