Job Description

LMCareers Business Unit
RMS
Security Clearance
Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Shift
First
Direct/Indirect
Direct
Business Area
Rotary and Mission Systems
Department
L25OF6:GS - F35 TRAINING
Job Class
Systems Engineering: Models and Simulations
Job Category
Experienced Professional
Program
F-35 Training
Req Type
Full-Time

WHO WE ARE
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.
THE WORK
Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Training Operations Manager to join our team at Tyndall AFB, FL. As a key member of the Lockheed Martin training organization, you will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of F-35 pilots.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Lockheed Martin training team to achieve F-35 training objectives, support military pilots' flight procedures, and maintain their qualification levels. You will also be responsible for implementing and supporting Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed.
Key Responsibilities:

• Employee engagement: Provide performance feedback to employees and discuss their career goals and development plans.
• Configuration Management: Oversee the implementation of updates/upgrades and the close-out of related documentation.
• Compliance: Ensure the site operates within the required guidelines and has all necessary tools, documentation, and training to succeed.
• Collaboration: Work with other members of the Lockheed Martin team at Tyndall AFB to achieve F-35 training and continuation-training objectives.
• Program implementation: Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed.
• Technical expertise: Develop and maintain a deep understanding of F-35 aircraft systems, procedures, and tactics to provide expert instruction and guidance.
• Continuous learning: Stay current with updates and changes to F-35 training programs, procedures, and policies.
• Additional duties: Perform any other duties and related responsibilities as required.
• Flexibility: May require a flexible schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer needs.
• Travel: Travel to support other sites within the CONUS and OCONUS regions may be required.

Basic Qualifications

• Previous experience as a fourth or fifth generation fighter pilot/instructor pilot and/or training instructor.
• Candidate must have active secret clearance and be able to qualify and hold a SAP clearance
• Final clearance adjudication within the last five years.
• Position requires demonstrated leadership skills and extensive professional experience in managing operations personnel supporting customer mission readiness at dedicated training and operational installations.
• Must be a proven leader with management style aligned to LM core values and Full Spectrum Leadership imperatives.
• Must have experience in evaluating personnel's performance and in completing performance appraisals.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft training operations.
• Candidate must have prior experience in delivering military pilot academics and simulator training and be familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods.
• Candidate should have experience working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders from various backgrounds and disciplines.
• Candidate 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

• Current or demonstrated experience as a USAF/USN/USMC IP with multi-role fighter experience.
• Former Weapon School, Top Gun, or MAWTS graduate desired.
• Fifth generation Full Mission Simulator (FMS) experience as an operator and/or instructor.
• Minimum of 1000 hours Fighter Flight Time in fourth and/or fifth generation multi-role fighter aircraftF-35 flight time.
• F-35 Instructor Pilot experience.
• Experience with F-35 pilot training curriculum.
• Familiarity with F-35 program requirements.
• F-35 system knowledge.
• F-35 Full Mission Simulator experience.
• Familiarity with the F-35 ALIS program.

Virtual
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Zip
32403
EEO
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.
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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 , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
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
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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.
Security Clearance Information
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Work Schedule
Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
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Employee will work on-site full-time

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