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# Fuel System Architect

- **Company:** Lockheed Martin
- **Location:** Marietta, GA, United States
- **Salary:** $104,900.0 - $194,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** LMS Imagine.Lab Amesim, Unit Testing, MATLAB, Software Requirements Analysis
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9199711/fuel-system-architect

## About the Role

Advanced Development Programs is seeking an Aircraft Fuel System Engineer to design, integrate, and test complex fuel storage and distribution systems for advanced aviation platforms. In this role, you will analyze fluid dynamics, manage system requirements, and ensure strict compliance with safety and airworthiness regulations. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in aerospace engineering, hands-on experience with fuel components, and proficiency in fluid system modeling software., * Bachelor's degree

 * Firm understanding of incompressible flow, pressure drop calculations, fuel system architectures
 * Design experience with fuel components such as: pumps, valves, probes, manifolds, and ullage management systems
 * Proficiency in thermal-fluid tools like FloMASTER, MATLAB/Simulink, or AMESIM

Desired Skills

 * Application of lightning isolation, electrostatic discharge (ESD) suppression, and intrinsic safety design methodologies
 * Hands-on development of physical flow loops, fuel component test rigs, and environmental qualification setups
 * Direct working knowledge of MIL-HDBK-516 (or civilian equivalents) fuel system safety guidelines
 * Active secret clearance