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Instructor Pilot / VATS / Fighter Operations SME / J-NEEO / Nell

Lockheed Martin

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Nellis AFB, NV
Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$148,300 - $275,500

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Job Number 613

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Position Assignment: Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting J-NEEO at Nellis AFB.

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Flight Simulation Trainer to serve as a Pilot and Subject Matter Expert (SME) as a member of the Modeling, Simulation, and Training team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center - Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis Air Force Base (AFB), NV. The individual's primary responsibility would be to operate the advanced fighter simulator console for training audiences to support the USAF Weapons School, operational test units, and deployed combat squadrons. The individual may also be tasked to provide subject matter expertise in mission planning, simulator academics, and operating debrief tools. This will require coordination with unit Weapons Officers/Instructor Pilots (IPs) to present a realistic air picture to achieve mission training objectives.

Primary duties include, but are not limited to:

• Operate simulation cockpits and/or consoles to represent realistic synthetic replication.

• Operate cockpit controls, including digital cockpit displays, stick and throttle, advanced sensor integration and fusion, as well as multi-aircraft formations and tactical employment.

• Serve as Mission Director on an as-needed basis.

• Operating the simulator console and debriefing system during and after missions.

• Providing subject matter expertise regarding adversary tactics

• Supporting the development, coordination, and integration of JITTC-N events to maximize training.

• Orchestrating scenarios and constructive inputs for training events.

• Creating and modifying mission-planning materials and academics to ensure participants achieve maximum training.

• Providing advanced threat knowledge to help shape tactical training for participants.

• Reporting issues related to simulation software applications and providing basic troubleshooting support.

• May supervising small groups of personnel involved in JITTC operations.

A current active Top Secret Level Clearance with an investigation completed within the last five years is required.

The selected applicant selected may be required to work rotating shifts, and work in excess of 40 hours per week.

Instructs pilots in flight procedures and techniques in ground school courses and flight training. Prepares lesson plans. Acts as a subject matter expert by applying advanced technical concepts in the area of aviation and provides assistance in creation of training material. Assists in the preparation of schedules, maintenance of training records and ensures that course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by each student. Evaluates and monitors students performance. This position is typically represented by an experienced pilot.

Basic Qualifications

• A current active Top Secret level clearance with an investigation completed within the last 5 years is required.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI access and relevant Special Access Program (SAP) / Special Access Requirement (SAR) access

• 4th Generation fighter experience within the last 6 years

• Must have 14 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field, or 12 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in a related field, or equivalent education with 19 years of relevant experience.

• Strong written and oral communication skills are necessary.

• Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule to support customer requirements.

• Work Environment: This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required. The ability to work morning and evening shifts to accommodate flexible schedule training operations is necessary.

• Physical Requirements: Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

Desired Skills

• An active or current DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance is preferred.

• Current experience working with DoD programs, specifically 5th-generation fighter experience and tactics, is desirable.

• Experience with fifth-generation aircraft and systems is desired.

• Current or previous experience as an Instructor Pilot or Flight Evaluator is preferred.

• Being a graduate of the Weapons School is desirable.

• Experience in the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) is preferred.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00

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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