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

Lockheed MartinOrlando, FL🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 1, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role at Lockheed Martin offers you the chance to become a Subject Matter Expert supporting critical F-35 flight simulation systems, fostering invaluable technical growth within a globally recognized leader. You'll thrive here if you possess a strong technical aptitude and a desire to contribute to advanced training technologies, making a significant impact on national defense initiatives.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Orlando, FL, United States
Posted
1 week ago
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Job Description

Job Number 1653 Standard Job Description WHO WE ARE Lockheed 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. WHAT WERE DOING At Lockheed Martin, were 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.

THE WORK 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.

Responsibilities include: • 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.

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. • F-35 Training Device Experience in the Full Mission Simulator (FMS) and/or Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MRT) • Knowledge and experience with simulation hardware and software. • Ability to read and use technical schematics, drawings and manuals along with other technical materials to resolve complex problems. • Candidate must be willing to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule. • Demonstrated background in problem/incident management and hardware/software change management. • Subject matter expert in F 35 training system architecture, implementation, and operations. • 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).

Desired Skills • Bachelor's or Associate's degree with 4-5 years of experience in F-35 FMS simulation and training. • 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.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00 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, candidates 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.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.

Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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