Instructor Pilot | PART-TIME | Fighter Ops | Nellis AFB

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Position Assignment:
Part Time Contract Instructor Pilot supporting J-NEEO at Nellis AFB.

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.

A current active Top Secret Level Clearance with an investigation completed within the last five years is required.

The selected applicant may be required to work rotating shifts, and work more than 40 hours per week.

You are a dynamic and results‑oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team.

• A current active Top Secret Level Clearance with an investigation completed within the last five years is required.
• Proven experience as a pilot, with advanced technical expertise in aviation.
• Candidate must have in‑depth knowledge of fourth 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 should have a minimum of 1,000 hours Fighter Flight Time in fourth and/or fifth generation multi‑role fighter aircraft.
• Strong instructional skills with the ability to prepare and deliver effective training programs.
• Candidate must have prior experience in delivering military pilot academics and simulator training and be familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods.
• Experience…