Contract Instructor Pilot

Pilot InstructorLockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering. At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pilot Instructor to join our team at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point. 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.About the Role:Provide expert instruction and guidance to F-35 pilots, utilizing cutting-edge technologies such as Electronic Mediated Lecture (EML), Interactive Courseware (ICW), and Full Mission Simulators (FMS).Develop and deliver academic training programs, flight procedures, and simulator training to ensure pilots are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed.Collaborate with other instructors and subject matter experts to ensure the highest quality training programs.Operate Instructor Operating Stations (IOS) and serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for pilot training courseware updates.Requirements: Must be willing to travel within the United States (CONUS) and outside the United States (OCONUS) for up to 89 days at a time. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience working in a team environment, supporting and implementing Lockheed Martin initiatives and policies.Basic Qualifications:Candidate must have active secret clearance and with investigation within 6 years be able to qualify for access to Special Access Required (SAR) programs.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.Candidate must have in-depth knowledge of forth and/or fifth generation aircraft systems, operational experience with advanced sensor systems such as Night Vision devices, EO/IR targeting systems, Helmet Mounted Cuing, and the latest air-to-surface and air-to-air weapons inventory.Candidate must have prior experience in delivering military pilot academics and simulator training, and be familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods.Candidate should have experience working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders from various backgrounds and disciplines.Candidate must have outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent leadership traits, strong oral & written communication abilities, solid ability to organize, and a high desire to provide customer satisfaction.Must be willing to travel CONUS and OCONUS for up to an 89 day period of time.Use of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) is required.Desired Skills:Current or demonstrated experience as an 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.F-35 flight experience is highly desired.Candidate should have a minimum of 1000 hours Fighter Flight Time in fourth and/or fifth generation multi-role fighter aircraft.This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years.Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.