Production & Training Pilot Sr Stf - E5
Listed on 2026-08-27
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C-130J Production/Training Pilot
You will be a C-130J Production/Training Pilot for the C-130 Flight Operations team. Our team is responsible for conducting acceptance check flights of newly assembled C-130J aircraft. We are where the "Rubber meets the Road" for all new C-130J aircraft and capabilities coming out of our Marietta plant.
What You Will Be Doing As the Production/Training Pilot your responsibilities will include:
- Pilot C-130J aircraft during production acceptance and functional check flights
- Pilot C-130J aircraft on delivery and ferry flights
- Pilot C-130J aircraft for engineering and experimental test flights to validate and verify compliance with FARs and military specifications, determine operational suitability, and conduct developmental test
- Perform as a C-130J instructor pilot for company and customer pilots and aircrew during syllabus training flights
- Provide classroom, simulator, and flight instruction for company and customer aircrew
- May conduct airshow demonstrations as well as demonstration flights with customers, government officials, media or other personnel aboard to exhibit C-130J performance, flying qualities and system capabilities
- Provide pilot input to flight test, production, engineering, training, customer support, advanced development and marketing teams
- Assist engineering and flight test with the development of ground and flight test procedures
- Review, validate, verify and update flight manuals and source material
- Participate in planning for requirements definition and Statement of Work development for C-130J testing, production acceptance, training, and engineering design support
- Participate in test plan development, test plan reviews, Safety Review Boards, First Flight Readiness Reviews and Design Review Boards
- Assist with the development of Temporary Operating Procedures and Aircraft Operating Limitations for flight test programs
** Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. **
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus
-if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
This position is in Marietta, GA à Discover Marietta.
Basic Qualifications:
- Pilot with at least 1500 hours total flying time in multiengine aircraft
- Must have at least 1000 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC)/Aircraft Commander flying time
- 300 hours PIC time in transport type aircraft
- Experience as a C-130J pilot
- FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate
- Current or formerly qualified military Instructor Pilot
- Current FAA Second Class or First Class medical or able to obtain within 30 days of hiring
- Top Secret Security Clearance or able to obtain
Desired
Skills:
- FAA Licenses:
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) - Airplane Multi-engine Land Flight Instructor (CFI) - Airplane Multi-engine and/or Instrument Airplane L-382 or L-382J Type Rating - Current and qualified as a C-130J Instructor Pilot or Flight Examiner
- Knowledgeable/qualified in C-130J Block 8.1 and/or Block 8.1.1
- Engineering and/or experimental flight test experience
- Experience in courseware development, platform instruction, simulator instruction and in-flight instruction
- Experience in writing and/or reviewing technical publications
- Experience with C-130J Tactical Operations and/or Special Operations
- Experience with AFI 10-220 / DCMA INST 8210-1 and contract flight operations
- Current or previously qualified to conduct C-130 Functional or Acceptance Check Flight (FCF/ACF) operations
- Experience in legacy C-130 models (e.g. C-130H, KC-130T etc.)
- Graduate of weapons or tactics school, safety school, or advanced instrument school
- Experience as a C-5 or P-3 pilot
- Experience as a Tanker pilot familiar with aerial refueling operations
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.
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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term…
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