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

Part Time Contract Instructor Pilot

Job Number 646 Standard Job Description WHAT WE'RE DOING 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:
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 selected may be required to work rotating shifts, and work more than 40 hours per week.

Basic Qualifications:

• 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 1000 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 with simulator devices and an understanding of fighter tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with leadership and interact with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature.
• 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.
• 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.
• F-35 flight experience is highly desired.
• Fifth generation Full Mission Simulator (FMS) experience as an operator and/or instructor.
• Experience interfacing with customer at military locations.
• Experience with F-35 pilot training curriculum.
• Familiarity with F-35 program requirements.
• F-35 system knowledge.
• F-35 Full Mission Simulator experience.
• Familiarity with the F-35 ALIS program.
• Currently possess F-35 Program special access.
• Former Military Instructor experience.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00 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.

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