Instructor Pilot​/F​/Part Time​/Lemoore, CA

About Lockheed Martin

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.

We are seeking an experienced fighter pilot to serve as a Part Time Pilot Instructor located at NAS Lemoore.

• Provide F-35 Instructor Pilot and Subject Matter Expert (SME) instruction, academic training utilizing Electronic Mediated Lecture (EML) and/or Interactive Courseware (ICW).
• Instruct flight procedures in Pilot Training Devices, execute approved pilot training syllabus.
• Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies.
• Operate Full Mission Simulators (FMS) or Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MRT) and Instructor Operating Stations (IOS).
• Serve as SME for all pilot training courseware updates.
• Assist in preparation of schedules, maintain training records, and ensure compliance with course standards, training requirements, and objectives.
• Evaluate and monitor students' performance.

• Active Secret clearance with investigation completed within the last 5 years or enrollment in Continuous Evaluation.
• Ability to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Minimum of 1000 hours Fighter Flight Time in 4th/5th generation multi‑role fighter aircraft.
• Experience as a multi‑ship flight lead in tactical fighter aircraft.
• Experience with simulator devices and an understanding of fighter tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Proven experience working in a collaborative environment with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong leadership traits, solid oral and written communication abilities, and a high desire to provide customer satisfaction.
• May be required to participate in deployed operations to support customer requirements.
• Willingness to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule.
• Former Instructor Pilot (IP) experience required.
• In‑depth knowledge of 4th and/or 5th generation aircraft systems, advanced sensor systems such as Night Vision devices, EO/IR targeting systems, Helmet‑Mounted Cueing, and the latest air‑to‑surface and air‑to‑air weapons inventory.
• Prior experience delivering military pilot academics and simulator training, familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

• Flight experience in the F‑35.
• Military Instructor Pilot (IP) experience in tactical fighter aircraft.
• Experience with F‑35 pilot training curriculum and program requirements.
• F‑35 Full Mission Simulator experience.
• Familiarity with F‑35 ALIS program.
• Experience with advanced systems such as NVS, targeting pods, data links, Helmet‑Mounted Cueing, and the latest weapons inventory.
• Graduate of formal military Academic Instructor Course (AIC) and/or Formal Training Unit (FTU) or Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) Instructor Pilot.
• Fighter Weapons Instructor Course (FWIC) or Top Gun:
  Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) graduate.
• Standardization/Evaluation Flight Examiner (SEFE) or NATOPS Evaluator experience.
• Experience with training management systems (TMS), learning management systems (LMS), and electronic grade books.
• Current USAF/USN/USMC IP with multi‑role fighter experience.
• Former Weapon School, Top Gun, or MAWTS graduate (desired).

Schedule:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

Base rate in California: $101.97 per hour.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Requires Secret clearance with investigation completed within the last 5 years or Continuous Evaluation, and eligibility for Special Access Program (SAP) access. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.