VATS / Fighter Operations SME / J NEEO / Part Time / Nellis AFB

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At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by innovation and integrity.

We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee.

Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education.

Come and experience your future!
Position Assignment: Fighter Pilot Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting J-NEEO at Nellis AFB.
Lockheed Martin is seeking a Flight Simulation Trainer to serve as a Pilot and Subject Matter Expert (SME) as a member of the Modeling, Simulation, and Training team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis Air Force Base (AFB), NV.

The individual's primary responsibility would be to operate the advanced fighter simulator console for training audiences to support the USAF Weapons School, operational test units, and deployed combat squadrons.

The individual may also be tasked to provide subject matter expertise in mission planning, simulator academics, and operating debrief tools.

This will require coordination with unit Weapons Officers/Instructor Pilots (IPs) to present a realistic air picture to achieve mission training objectives.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
• Operate simulation cockpits and/or consoles to represent realistic synthetic replication.
• Operate cockpit controls, including digital cockpit displays, stick and throttle, advanced sensor integration and fusion, as well as multi-aircraft formations and tactical employment.
• Serve as Mission Director on an as-needed basis.
• Operating the simulator console and debriefing system during and after missions.
• Providing subject matter expertise regarding adversary tactics
• Supporting the development, coordination, and integration of JITTC-N events to maximize training.
• Orchestrating scenarios and constructive inputs for training events.
• Creating and modifying mission-planning materials and academics to ensure participants achieve maximum training.
• Providing advanced threat knowledge to help shape tactical training for participants.
• Reporting issues related to simulation software applications and providing basic troubleshooting support.
• May supervising small groups of personnel involved in JITTC operations.
A current active Top Secret Level Clearance with an investigation completed within the last five years is required.
The selected applicant selected may be required to work rotating shifts, and work in excess of 40 hours per week.
**Basic Qualifications:**
• A current active 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.
**Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:** Top Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
**Other Important Information You Should Know**
**Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.

Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
**Ability to Work Remotely:** Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees.

Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed.

These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
**Schedule for this Position:** Part-Time as assigned by leader
**Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.**
**The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.**
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility.

Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
**Experience Level:** Experienced Professional
**Business Unit:** RMS
**Relocation Available:** Possible
**Career Area:** Product Support
**Type:** Part-Time
**Shift:** First

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