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# F-35 Systems Engineer

- **Company:** ACT1 Federal, LLC
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Subsystems, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Test Scripts
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8980860/f-35-systems-engineer

## About the Role

* BA/BS degree in engineering
 * Six years of experience in military aerospace programs
 * Knowledge and competency of one or more of the following:
 + Systems and subsystems test and evaluation
 + System architecture design and evaluation
 + Systems and software requirement analysis and allocation
 + System and subsystem level hardware-software integration
 * Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
 * Ability to travel (approximately 10%)

## Description

Description: As an F-35 Systems Engineer, you will help the F-35 Joint Program Office fulfill its mission developing, testing, producing, fielding, and sustaining dominant 5th generation fighter capabilities for the United States military services and our allies around the world by ensuring F-35 aircraft and aircraft subsystems meet flight safety standards by verifying compliance with regulations, managing certification documents, and reviewing maintenance procedures., * Prepare, review, and analyze engineering reports, test plans, test reports, and other data, including specifications

 * Execute the flight clearance process applying technical data requirements
 * Provide airworthiness expertise and safety of flight and risk assessments for the issuance of flight clearances and aircraft engineering design and certification for F-35 operating countries and services
 * Evaluate F-35 systems upgrades and modifications for potential impacts to airworthiness


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