Contract Instructor Pilot / CIP / F-35 / Tyndall AFB, FL

Job Description

WHO WE ARE
Lewis Corporation is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to military pilots using the FMS and/or DMRT, focusing on flight procedures, tactics, and qualification level maintenance
• Operate the Instructor Operating Station (IOS) to deliver training and support pilot development
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for pilot training and tactics development, providing recommendations for courseware updates and improvements
• Collaborate with other members of the Lockheed Martin team at Tyndall AFB to fulfill F-35 training and continuation training objectives
• Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of F-35 aircraft systems, procedures, and tactics to provide expert instruction and guidance
• Stay current with updates and changes to F-35 training programs, procedures, and policies

THE WORK

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pilot Instructor to join our team at Tyndall, AFB, FL. As a key member of our Lockheed Martin training team, you will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of F-35 pilots.

Basic Qualifications

• Final Transferable Secret security clearance with last Periodic Reinvestigation within the last six years
• Ability to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access
• Candidate must have a minimum of 1000 hours Fighter Flight Time in forth and/or fifth generation multi-role fighter aircraft
• Former Instructor Pilot (IP) experience required
• Prior experience in Military Pilot Academic and Simulator Training
• Operational experience with advanced sensor systems (NVS, LANTIRN, Helmet Mounted Cuing, etc.)
• Familiarity with current instructional techniques and delivery methods
• In-depth knowledge of military publications and 4th and/or 5th generation aircraft systems
• Candidate should have experience working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders from various backgrounds and disciplines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, leadership traits, and communication abilities
• Able to organize and provide customer support
• Willingness to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule

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 aircraft F-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