Mid Level Aircraft Engineer Jobs
Mid level aircraft engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own system-level work, guide less experienced team members, and make technical calls with limited oversight. Roles are concentrated in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Aerospace & Defense, most positions are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work, and employers like Garmin, Lockheed Martin, and TrellisWare Technologies are hiring at this level now.
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The Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETP) Author for C-130J is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed technical publications that support engineering, production, and sustainment activities for the C-130J airframe. The role works closely with engineering, program management, vendors, and Lockheed Martin employees to ensure publications are delivered accurately, on schedule, and in full compliance with contract requirements and budget constraints.
Responsibility
- Content Creation and Maintenance: Generate and update technical publications from engineering data.
- Data Verification: Cross-check data for accuracy and liaise with engineering, logistics, vendors, and customers to clarify updates.
- Interface Management: Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely delivery of publications.
- Schedule & Budget: Monitor publication delivery milestones, report schedule variances, and assess budget.
- Documentation Control: Ensure all publication artifacts are stored in accordance with Lockheed Martin data-management standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline publication processes, reduce rework, and enhance quality.
- Compliance: Adhere to relevant standards and contract terms.
Basic Qualifications
- 3 years or more of C-130J experience, Maintenance and/or Publication Authoring.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical reasoning.
- Familiar with Technical Publications.
- Ability to work effectively with vendors and Lockheed Martin employees.
Desired Skills
- Full Systems Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of C-130J systems.
- Contenta Authoring Environment Knowledge: Experience with Contenta authoring tools.
- XML, S1000D: Proficiency in XML and S1000D standards.
- Process Improvement: Experience with process improvement initiatives, such as APEX or Green Belt.
- Prior Technical Publication Authoring: Previous experience as a technical publication author.
- Culture of Accountability: Experience working in a culture of accountability.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.
Standard Job Description
Standard Job Description
The Interactive Electronic Technical Publications (IETP) Author for C-130J is responsible for creating and maintaining detailed technical publications that support engineering, production, and sustainment activities for the C-130J airframe. The role works closely with engineering, program management, vendors, and Lockheed Martin employees to ensure publications are delivered accurately, on schedule, and in full compliance with contract requirements and budget constraints.
Responsibility
- Content Creation and Maintenance: Generate and update technical publications from engineering data.
- Data Verification: Cross-check data for accuracy and liaise with engineering, logistics, vendors, and customers to clarify updates.
- Interface Management: Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely delivery of publications.
- Schedule & Budget: Monitor publication delivery milestones, report schedule variances, and assess budget.
- Documentation Control: Ensure all publication artifacts are stored in accordance with Lockheed Martin data-management standards.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline publication processes, reduce rework, and enhance quality.
- Compliance: Adhere to relevant standards and contract terms.
Basic Qualifications
- 3 years or more of C-130J experience, Maintenance and/or Publication Authoring.
- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical reasoning.
- Familiar with Technical Publications.
- Ability to work effectively with vendors and Lockheed Martin employees.
Desired Skills
- Full Systems Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of C-130J systems.
- Contenta Authoring Environment Knowledge: Experience with Contenta authoring tools.
- XML, S1000D: Proficiency in XML and S1000D standards.
- Process Improvement: Experience with process improvement initiatives, such as APEX or Green Belt.
- Prior Technical Publication Authoring: Previous experience as a technical publication author.
- Culture of Accountability: Experience working in a culture of accountability.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (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.
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Mid Level Aircraft Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level aircraft engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership: highlight systems or components you led from design through testing, problems you diagnosed and resolved independently, and any coordination you did across engineering disciplines. Employers at this level want to see that you can work with minimal supervision. Tailor your application to the aircraft type or systems domain the employer focuses on, whether that is propulsion, avionics, structures, or flight controls.
Which companies hire mid level aircraft engineers?
Companies hiring mid level aircraft engineers right now include Garmin, Lockheed Martin, and TrellisWare Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of major airframers and defense primes, Tier 1 suppliers, and MRO operators that need engineers who can own day-to-day technical work without close supervision.
Are there remote mid level aircraft engineer jobs?
Yes, though most aircraft engineering work is hands-on and tied to a physical facility or flight line. About 0% of mid level aircraft engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles tend to be in systems engineering, certification, or technical documentation rather than manufacturing or maintenance environments.
How do I move up to a mid level aircraft engineer role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from deepening your ownership over time. Early on, focus on mastering a specific domain, whether structures, propulsion, avionics, or systems integration, and seek out projects where you can lead a deliverable rather than just support one. Demonstrating measurable impact, such as a weight reduction, a schedule improvement, or a certification milestone you drove, is what moves you into mid level consideration.
Which industries hire the most mid level aircraft engineers?
Mid Level aircraft engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large fleets, run continuous development programs, or face regulatory cycles that require experienced engineers who can own technical workstreams independently.