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

About the role

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. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting military pilots' flight procedures and maintaining their qualification level in the Pilot Training Device. This will be achieved by executing approved pilot training syllabi, upgrade, and tactics training using the Full Mission Simulator (FMS) and/or Deployable Mission Rehearsal Trainer (DMRT).

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
• 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

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 fourth 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
• Ability 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

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $133,500.00 - $247,900.00

Benefits

• 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
• Long-Term Disability

Schedule

The job may require a flexible work schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer requirements. Travel to support other sites CONUS and OCONUS may also be required.