Description:At [redacted] 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 [redacted] employee. [redacted] values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future! Foreign Assignment: This position will offer a long term deployment to a foreign country. Training System Pilot Mgr (Flight Instructor Mgr) for the F-35 supporting the USMC at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan. F-35 Operational Site Training Operations Manager – Functional Management and Oversight of Training Operations personnel, to include Contract Instructor Pilots (CIPs) and Simulator Technicians. • Functional and performance management for the on-site Training System personnel. • IT maintenance of the Training System (TS) resources, responding to trouble calls, updating configuration based on received Modification Kits and perform preventative maintenance. • Oversees shift operations supporting up to 4 Pilot Training Devices 40 hours of operation/week and an additional 2 hours of Preventative Maintenance/day. In addition, provides direct support for Modification Kit Installation and Service Simulator Evaluation events. • Logistic support of the operational site Full Mission Simulators, Shipping and Receiving activities, and incoming material for FMS Spares Equipment. • Oversees the tasking of the training personnel on site. • Oversees facility operations conducting, coordinating, and supporting government maintenance on Facility Systems and responding to site Trouble Calls. Serves as F-35 CIP. Supports military pilots’ flight procedures in maintaining qualification level in the Pilot Training Device by executing approved pilot training syllabi, upgrade, and tactics training. Instructor will provide instruction using the Full Mission Simulator (FMS). Candidate will instruct flight procedures in the Pilot Training Devices executing to the approved pilot training syllabus. The instructor will operate Instructor Operating Station (IOS) and will be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting pilot training and tactics development, as well as recommendations for courseware updates. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the [redacted] team at dedicated training sites to fulfill F-35 training and continuation training objectives. The successful candidate will implement and support [redacted] initiatives, programs and policies, as directed. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access. Deployment and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the OJT required at [redacted]’s training locations prior to international assignment. These locations may include but are not limited to: Luke AFB, AZ; Nellis AFB, NV, Hill AFB, UT; Eglin AFB, FL; Edwards AFB, CA; Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Yuma, AZ; Beaufort, SC. A signing bonus may also be available for candidates who complete OJT and successfully expatriate to MCAS Iwakuni. Bonus will be discussed during the interview. In addition to annual successful performance salary merit increase this position is eligible for the Lockheed Martin Employee Annual Incentive Plan (EAIP) for your successful performance. You could receive up to a 12% bonus for your exceptional performance. Program will be discussed during the interview. Successful candidate must be capable of passing medical, dental and overseas screening requirements and must maintain their medical fitness for this position as a condition of employment. The selected applicant selected may be required to work rotating shifts, and work in excess of 40 hours per week. Relocation: Relocation and housing assistance is available for this exciting international assignment. Accompanied Status Available. Basic Qualifications: Candidate must have a current final secret security clearance with a reinvestigation within the last six years. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to work unsupervised towards program goals. Strong systems engineering background. Willingness to travel to support mission requirements. Candidate must have a minimum of 1000 hours Fighter Flight Time in fourth and/or fifth generation fighter aircraft. Former Instructor Pilot (IP). Candidate must have prior experience in Military Pilot Academic and Simulator Training. Candidate must have operational experience with advanced sensor systems such as NVS, LANTIRN, Helmet Mounted Cuing, and the latest weapons inventory. Candidate must be familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods. Must have in-depth knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft systems. Candidate must have worked in an environment which required them to interact with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature. Use of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) is required. 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. Candidate must be willing to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule. Successful candidate must be capable of passing medical, dental and overseas screening requirements and must maintain their medical fitness for this position as a condition of employment. Deployment and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the OJT required at [redacted]’s training locations prior to international assignment. These locations may include but are not limited to: Luke AFB, AZ; Nellis AFB, NV, Hill AFB, UT; Eglin AFB, FL; Edwards AFB, CA; Fort Worth, TX; Orlando, FL; Yuma, AZ; Beaufort, SC. Desired Skills: Experience interfacing with customer at military locations International Expat experience 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. [redacted] is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. Join us at [redacted], where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.