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Lockheed Martin F-35 Instructional Products Pilot Lead (Advanced Career Level) in Eglin AFB, Florida
Description: What We're Doing
Do you want to be part of the team that provides training systems for the world's most advanced aircraft – F-35 Joint Strike Fighter? Do you enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced work environment?
Join Lockheed Martin's dynamic team working on the cutting edge of aerospace technology. We provide training systems for the world's most advanced aircraft, including the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.
The Work
As a Pilot Lead, you will:
• Be responsible for the management of the design, development, and delivery of F-35 pilot training products for the F-35 enterprise.
• Will monitor and report on Pilot Team production work and identifies the need for and/or prioritizes Problem Tracking Request (PTR) action.
• Manages schedule requirements and plans and executes change request schedules. Works with the Joint Program Office, U.S. Services, foreign partners/customers, and Instructional System Design (ISD) specialists to ensure the content of all ISD products are technically accurate and that the syllabus design supports the courseware and training devices in the training system
• Evaluates curriculum changes with ISD and communicates impacts to service and contractor teams.
• Work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin’s Training, Logistics and Sustainment teams on site to fulfill F-35 training objectives.
• Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs and policies, as directed.
Please Note: : This position will require the selected candidate to have or obtain a Secret level U.S. government security clearance before starting with Lockheed Martin, as well as obtain a Special Access Program U.S. government security clearance within a reasonable time after starting the position. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for consideration.
Who We Are
*We create unparalleled readiness today and into the future, no matter what the mission may be here at Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems. *
Who You Are
You are an experienced pilot who is passionate about training devices and working as a team. You are detail oriented, adaptable and draw on your technical expertise to solve problems to meet and adapt to our customer’s needs.
A level 5 employee is typically a subject matter expert and has 12 to 14+ years of professional experience.
Why Join Us
Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship.
We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.
Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:
You can learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package by visiting this link.
Basic Qualifications:
• Due to the Government Security clearance requirement U.S. citizenship is a requirement for consideration.
• Must have operational experience with advanced sensor systems such as NVS, LANTIRN, Helmet Mounted Cuing, and the latest weapons inventory.
• Must be familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft systems.
• Must have worked in an environment which required them to interact with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature.
• Must have outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent leadership traits, strong oral & written communication abilities, solid ability to organize, and a high desire to provide customer satisfaction.
• Use of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) is required.
Desired Skills:
• Should have a minimum of 1000 hours Fighter Flight Time in fourth and/or fifth generation fighter aircraft and be a former Instructor Pilot (IP).
• Experience with F-35 pilot training curriculum.
• Familiarity with F-35 program requirements.
• Currently possess F-35 Program special access.
• Experience in Systems Engineering input for Proposals and development of basis of estimates (BOEs)
• Experience in Cost Account Management and Earned Value Management.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: 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: 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.
Work Schedules: 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.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First