Contract Instructor Pilot
About the role
We are seeking experienced fighter pilots to serve as Contract Instructor Pilots supporting our Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) business area at Luke Air Force Base. The role involves providing F-35 training to pilots through both academic and simulator-based instruction, ensuring adherence to the approved pilot training syllabus. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin training team to achieve F-35 training objectives and implement Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed.
Candidate must maintain a Secret level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access. Appropriate degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment.
Responsibilities
- Instruct pilots in flight procedures and techniques in ground school courses and flight training.
- Prepare lesson plans and act as a subject matter expert by applying advanced technical concepts in aviation.
- Assist in the creation of training material.
- Prepare schedules and maintain training records.
- Ensure course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by each student.
- Evaluate and monitor student performance.
- Support deployed operations to meet customer requirements as needed.
- Work flexible hours to align with customer operational schedules.
Requirements
- Active Secret clearance with a completed investigation within the last 5 years or enrollment in Continuous Evaluation.
- Ability to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
- Minimum of 1000 hours experience in tactical fighter aircraft as a pilot.
- Experience as a multi-ship flight lead in tactical fighter aircraft.
- Experience with simulator devices and understanding of fighter tactics, techniques, and procedures.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with leadership.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent leadership traits, and strong oral & written communication abilities.
- High desire to provide customer satisfaction.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Desired Skills
- 1000 hours experience in fourth and/or fifth generation tactical fighter aircraft as a pilot.
- Flight experience in the F-35.
- Experience as a Military Instructor Pilot (IP) in tactical fighter aircraft.
- Past experience with F-35 pilot training curriculum.
- Familiarity with F-35 program requirements and F-35 system knowledge.
- F-35 Full Mission Simulator experience.
- Familiarity with the F-35 ALIS program.
- Prior experience delivering Military Pilot Academic and Simulator Training in fourth and/or fifth generation tactical fighter aircraft.
- Experience with advanced systems such as NVS, targeting pods, datalinks, Helmet Mounted Cueing, and the latest weapons inventory.
- Graduate of formal military Academic Instructor Course (AIC).
- Formal Training Unit (FTU) or Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) Instructor Pilot experience.
- Fighter Weapons Instructor Course (FWIC) or Top Gun: Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) graduate.
- Standardization/Evaluation Flight Examiner (SEFE) or NATOPS Evaluator experience.
- Experience with training management systems (TMS), learning management systems (LMS), and electronic grade books.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10).
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Parental Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (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 (dependent on position and performance metrics).
For Washington state applicants only: 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.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $107.08 per hour. Note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market considerations when extending an offer.