Enterprise Flight Simulation Systems Admin / F-35 / Orlando, FL

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must have a Final Transferable Secret security clearance, last Periodic Reinvestigation must be within the last five years. Candidates Must be able to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access. Candidate must have a current Security+ certificate or able to acquire a Security + certification within 3 months of hire date.

Job Description

Position Assignment: Enterprise Flight Simulation Systems Administrator / Subject Matter Expert located in Orlando, Florida. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise and support for F‑35 pilot training devices across the U.S. enterprise training sites.

• Serve as the Subject‑Matter Expert to meet all contract‑required training and technical‑support obligations.
• Work closely with the Lockheed Martin on‑site training team to achieve F‑35 training objectives.
• Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed.
• Lead the development, coordination, and execution of technical‑support initiatives, including reliability studies and engineering‑design evaluations for F‑35 training systems.
• Supervise the sustainment, maintenance, and daily operation of F‑35 training devices.
• Direct the design of test methods and statistical‑process‑control (SPC) procedures to attain required product‑reliability levels, and ensure corrective actions satisfy established reliability standards.
• Career Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.
• Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and support for F‑35 pilot training devices across the U.S. enterprise training sites.
• Serve as the Subject‑Matter Expert to meet all contract‑required training and technical‑support obligations.
• Work closely with the Lockheed Martin on‑site training team to achieve F‑35 training objectives.
• Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed.
• Lead the development, coordination, and execution of technical‑support initiatives, including reliability studies and engineering‑design evaluations for F‑35 training systems.
• Supervise the sustainment, maintenance, and daily operation of F‑35 training devices.
• Direct the design of test methods and statistical‑process‑control (SPC) procedures to attain required product‑reliability levels, and ensure corrective actions satisfy established reliability standards.
• Coordinate the analysis and implementation of reliability‑engineering programs that meet company, customer, and governmental objectives.
• Provide technical expertise to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals, and other technical documentation.
• Assist Logistics Program Managers with operational scheduling and resource planning as required.
• Maintain compliance with site security and access‑control procedures in accordance with F‑35 program and customer requirements.
• Hold and maintain a Secret‑level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Demonstrate proven experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Work a flexible schedule including rotating shifts, on‑site coverage, and the potential for >40 hours/week to align with customer operational needs; travel to deployed locations (CONUS/OCONUS) up to 25 % of the time may be required.

Qualifications

• Currently hold a valid Security+ certification.
• Robust experience with 5th‑generation aviation‑simulator training operations and military training operations.
• Aptitude and ability to mentor and develop other team members.
• In‑depth knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth‑ and/or fifth‑generation aircraft training operations.
• Prior experience coordinating with program SMEs, engineers, and field‑service technicians.
• Experience briefing and/or teaching technical information to internal and external audiences.
• Network‑troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
• Experience working in classified or access‑controlled facilities.
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.
• VMware experience.
• System administration of Windows and/or Linux server environments.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree with 4‑5 years of experience in F‑35 FMS simulation and training.
• Strong interpersonal skills with excellent oral and written communication abilities; highly organized and dedicated to customer satisfaction.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).