Flight Simulator Systems Admin / F-35 / MCAS Cherry Point, NC
Lockheed Martin, Cherry Point Landing, SC, United States
Basic Qualifications
Possess a current Final Secret security clearance with a re-investigation within the last 5 years.
Possess a current Security+ certification, or the ability to obtain within three months from date-of-hire as a condition of continued employment.
Demonstrated background with problem/incident management.
Demonstrated background with hardware / software change management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to work unsupervised towards program goals.
Strong systems administration background.
Ability to obtain and maintain a F-35 Program special access.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule aligned to customer operational needs.
Job Description
Position Assignment: Flight Simulator Systems Admin - Support the F-35 Full Motion Simulator (FMS) at MCAS Cherry Point, NC, and play a vital role in delivering world‑class training experiences for pilots, ensuring they are ready to take on any mission.
In preparation for supporting customer training activities, we are seeking qualified Full Motion Simulator (FMS) Technicians. The successful candidate will support the sustainment, maintenance, and operation of F-35 training devices, install components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities, perform and document preventive maintenance checks required for the devices and associated subsystems, update maintenance data collection records, and assist with the installation and check‑out of modifications to equipment. The candidate will maintain simulation devices to meet availability specifications, apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals, or simulator documents, assist with installations, testing, and maintenance of F-35 software packages, isolate and report malfunctions and discrepancies to the lowest definable levels, document and maintain cabling schemes and drawings, and establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin training team on site to fulfill F‑35 training objectives, implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs and policies as directed, comply with site security and access control procedures in accordance with JSF program and customer procedures, and sanitize all classified media (circuit cards, disk storage devices, etc.) to the LRU in accordance with established JSF and customer procedures.
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s degree
Aviation simulator experience
Proven hardware and software support experience in a training/modeling and simulation environment.
Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
Experience working in classified/access controlled facilities.
Ability to brief/teach technical information to internal and external audiences.
ALIS/CMMS experience
LINUX experience
Benefits
Opportunity for Impact: Join a team at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry.
Professional Development: Access world‑class training and development programs.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside industry experts who share a passion for excellence.
Competitive Benefits: Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and competitive salary offerings.
Location
Onsite Full‑time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
MCAS Cherry Point, NC.
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Possess a current Final Secret security clearance with a re-investigation within the last 5 years.
Possess a current Security+ certification, or the ability to obtain within three months from date-of-hire as a condition of continued employment.
Demonstrated background with problem/incident management.
Demonstrated background with hardware / software change management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven ability to work unsupervised towards program goals.
Strong systems administration background.
Ability to obtain and maintain a F-35 Program special access.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule aligned to customer operational needs.
Job Description
Position Assignment: Flight Simulator Systems Admin - Support the F-35 Full Motion Simulator (FMS) at MCAS Cherry Point, NC, and play a vital role in delivering world‑class training experiences for pilots, ensuring they are ready to take on any mission.
In preparation for supporting customer training activities, we are seeking qualified Full Motion Simulator (FMS) Technicians. The successful candidate will support the sustainment, maintenance, and operation of F-35 training devices, install components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities, perform and document preventive maintenance checks required for the devices and associated subsystems, update maintenance data collection records, and assist with the installation and check‑out of modifications to equipment. The candidate will maintain simulation devices to meet availability specifications, apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals, or simulator documents, assist with installations, testing, and maintenance of F-35 software packages, isolate and report malfunctions and discrepancies to the lowest definable levels, document and maintain cabling schemes and drawings, and establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin training team on site to fulfill F‑35 training objectives, implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs and policies as directed, comply with site security and access control procedures in accordance with JSF program and customer procedures, and sanitize all classified media (circuit cards, disk storage devices, etc.) to the LRU in accordance with established JSF and customer procedures.
Desired Skills
Bachelor’s degree
Aviation simulator experience
Proven hardware and software support experience in a training/modeling and simulation environment.
Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
Experience working in classified/access controlled facilities.
Ability to brief/teach technical information to internal and external audiences.
ALIS/CMMS experience
LINUX experience
Benefits
Opportunity for Impact: Join a team at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry.
Professional Development: Access world‑class training and development programs.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside industry experts who share a passion for excellence.
Competitive Benefits: Health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and competitive salary offerings.
Location
Onsite Full‑time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
MCAS Cherry Point, NC.
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