Lead Training Systems Simulation Admin​/F​/Rovaniemi, Finland

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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.

Position Assignment: F-35 Lead Flight Simulation Systems Administrator to be located in Rovaniemi, Finland. This position will be responsible for the execution of F-35 training operations in support of local Finnish Air Force flight training requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin Training Team and the local Finnish Air Force.

This position provides technical and operational support for electronic and mechanical devices used in simulated flying conditions for training personnel. The role involves troubleshooting complex technical IT problems and determining solutions, as well as maintaining simulator documentation, including drawings, instructions, parts, and software listings, to ensure accuracy and currency. Additionally, the position requires performing and documenting preventive maintenance checks on devices and associated subsystems, updating maintenance data collection records, and assisting with equipment modifications and installations.

The successful candidate will also maintain simulation devices to meet availability specifications, apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals, and simulator documents, and assist with F-35 A software package installations, testing, and maintenance. Furthermore, the role includes identifying and reporting malfunctions and discrepancies to the lowest definable level, and ensuring the smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including setting up administrator and user accounts, maintaining system documentation, optimizing system performance, installing software, and managing storage space.

• 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.
• Proven experience working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders from varied backgrounds.
• Job may require flexible work schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer requirements.
• Candidate must be able to maintain a Secret level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Additional duties and related responsibilities will be assigned as required.

• 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.
• Previous experience with Finnish Air Force customer or as a Nordic region exchange pilot.
• Familiarity with Finnish flight rules, procedures, and operations.

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.