Training System Admin / F-35 / Amendola, Italy

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 WE'RE DOING

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.

THE WORK

Foreign Assignment: This position will offer a long-term deployment to a foreign country as a Training System Simulator Technician (Field Engineer) for the F-35. Specifically, the candidate will support training operations for both the Italian Air Force and Navy at Amendola AB, Italy.

The successful candidate will support the sustainment, maintenance, and operation of F-35 training devices at Amendola AB, Italy.

Install components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities. Perform, conduct, and document preventive maintenance checks required for the devices and associated subsystems. Update maintenance data collection records and assist with the installation and check-out of modifications to equipment.
Maintain simulation devices to meet availability specifications. Apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals or simulator documents. Assist with installations, testing, and maintenance of F-35 software packages. Isolate and report malfunctions and discrepancies to the lowest definable levels. Documents and maintain cabling schemes and drawings.

Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
Additional duties and related responsibilities will be assigned as required.

The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin training team on site to fulfill F-35 training objectives.
The successful candidate will implement, and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs and policies as directed.

Comply with site security and access control procedures in accordance with F-35 program and customer procedures.
Sanitize all classified media (circuit cards, disk storage devices, etc.) to the LRU in accordance with established F-35 and customer procedures.

The successful candidate must have worked in an environment which required them to interact with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature.

Job may require flexible work schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer requirements.
Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access.

Deployment and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the OJT required at Lockheed Martin's training locations prior to international assignment. This is not a telecommute position.

The selected applicant selected may be required to work at deployed locations, work rotating shifts, and work in excess of 40 hours per week.

F-35 Fast Facts

WHY JOIN US

Join Lockheed Martin's innovative aerospace and defense team, enjoy professional development opportunities, collaborate with bright minds, access competitive benefits, and work with cutting-edge technology on groundbreaking projects

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Basic Qualifications

Candidates must have a Final Transferable Secret security clearance, last Periodic Reinvestigation must be within the last six years.
Candidates Must be able to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
Experience in an environment which required interaction with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature.
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.
Candidate must have a current Security+ certificate or able to acquire a Security + certification within 3 months of hire date.

Desired skills

Bachelor's degree.
Current or Previous F-35 Training Device Experience in the Full Mission Simulator (FMS) and/or Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MRT) or experience in a training/modeling and simulation environment.
Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
Experience working in classified/access controlled facilities.
Currently possess a current Security + certificate.
System Administration of Windows and/or Linux server environments.
Experience with Disaster Recovery methods / cloning / backup solutions.
Experience with Hyper-V / Deploying VHDs / Virtual Computing.
Experience with Active Directory / DHCP / DNS / File Shares.
Knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft training operations.
Previous experience coordinating with program SMEs, engineers and field service technicians.

EEO

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.

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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.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $81,600 - $143,865. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $93,800 - $162,610. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.