Flight Instructor

Fighter Operations Expert

We are seeking a highly experienced Fighter Operations Expert to join our team at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. The role involves providing fourth, fifth, and future generation fighter 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 training objectives. This candidate will provide fourth, fifth, and future generation fighter training using current and future pilot training devices and simulators. Serve as the subject matter expert for pilot training courseware updates and advise leadership on improvements in tactics and future training needs. Instruct pilots in flight procedures and techniques during academic courses and flight training sessions. Prepare lesson plans, develop training materials, and ensure course standards, training requirements, and objectives are met by each student. Evaluate and monitor student performance, maintaining training records, and assisting in schedule preparation. Pilot non-weapon system approved simulator devices (PIAB, JIAB, XR training device) using established fighter tactics as a wingman or in adversarial roles. Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed. Collaborate on the development of future Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) training concepts. Provide expertise on applicable fighter tactics, techniques, and procedures to meet customer-established training objectives. Augment training objectives and operations at other operational/training sites as needed. Receive training to operate generic devices using fighter tactics in accordance with 3-1 expertise.

Basic Qualifications:

• A current active or previously held 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.