Job Description
We are Lockheed Martin
The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the perseverance to fail, to try again, and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin's inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission results has been ingrained in our culture. We recognize the diverse talents and experiences of our team members, and we celebrate the unique contributions each individual brings to the table. It is that collective passion, combined with a strategic focus on ever-changing global opportunities, that shapes our path forward. Join us as we continue to innovate, inspire, and make history in the world of aerospace and defense.
What You Will Be Doing
•Train employees in installation, operational checkout, troubleshooting, quality inspection, and maintenance of aircraft systems (fuel, hydraulics, landing gear, propulsion).
•Instruct and promote programs like Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Clean As You Go (CAYG), Tool Control, hazardous chemical handling/disposal, and safety.
•Execute lesson plans using established training systems, providing classroom and practical instruction for safe aircraft maintenance, repair, and operation.
•Identify training needs based on current and future operating requirements and develop corresponding programs.
•Maintain company-wide training programs and certification/qualification records.
•Prepare classrooms, maintain training aids, ensure student safety, conduct practical activities, grade tests/projects, and evaluate student performance to ensure workforce proficiency.
•Collaborate with Final Assembly and Flight-line Operations to determine training needs, develop course materials, and evaluate programs.
•Ability to Travel, including extended periods outside the Continental United States.
Subjects include component installation/removal, testing, analysis, rework, adjustment, modification, and troubleshooting of aircraft systems in all ground operations, manufacturing, and final assembly. Training occurs in classrooms, on the flight-line, or at offsite locations supporting production, field operations, or international customers.
Who You Are
If you enjoy guiding others to success, this role allows you to lead and inspire.
•Subject Matter Expert in technical training and audiovisual techniques, including courseware maintenance.
•Proven experience and comprehensive knowledge of F-35 aircraft systems and quality inspection in an instructor role.
•Skilled in writing, editing, and producing technical instruction materials.
You may also provide technical expertise to engineering and production teams to meet contract requirements, including DCMA 8210, Corrective Action Plan (CAP) actions, Aero Code changes, and Training Action Working Group evaluations.
What's In It For You
•Medical
•Dental
•401k
•Paid time off
•Work/life balance
•Career development
•Mentorship opportunities
•Rewards & recognition
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Our Commitment to DEI
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Aeroprodops
Basic Qualifications
•Professional experience maintaining/assembling F-35 fighter aircraft
•Flight-Line Operations experience including launch, recovery, inspection, maintenance, &/or maintenance documentation (preferably fighter aircraft but others are acceptable).
•Experience using standard shop tools utilizing appropriate tool control processes
•Computer and audio/visual equipment skills with focus on Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, & PowerPoint)
Desired skills
•Minimum 6 years professional experience maintaining/assembling F-35 fighter aircraft
•Minimum 3 years Flight-Line Operations experience including launch, recovery, inspection, maintenance, &/or maintenance documentation (preferably fighter aircraft but others are acceptable).
•Effective written and verbal communicator with focus on public speaking ability
•Experience as a formal classroom instructor, preferably in a technical field
•Aircraft quality inspection experience to include post task inspection, use of inspection tools such as micrometers, depth gauges, bore-scope etc.
•Understanding of installation, operational checkout, troubleshooting, and maintenance of aircraft systems including fuel systems, hydraulics and landing gear, flight controls, electrical systems, and propulsion systems at the Crew Chief (equivalent or higher) and/or aircraft final assembly levels
•Ability to read and interpret aircraft assembly drawings
•DOMMS, ALIS, SFM, JTD experience
•Experience working, or ability and desire to work with, different cultures
•Degree in related field
•Security clearance desired but not required, ability to get and maintain a clearance a plus
EEO
Lockheed Martin 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.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
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.
Ability to work remotely
Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Colorado Pay Statement
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Washington or Washington DC is $74,700 - $143,100. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $85,900 - $161,900. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.