About this role
Military Operations Analysis Pilot - Level 5
Job Description: You will be a member of the Warfighter Team as part of the Military Operations Analysis organization, responsible for analysis of current and future LM Aeronautics combat platforms, Operational Concepts, Concept of Employment, and Virtual Simulation supporting programs.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Military Operations Analysis Pilot you will be responsible for leading trade comparisons, flying aircraft simulators, and providing operational insight for CONOPs and CONEMPs in analytical studies supporting company programs.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Leading trade comparisons of combat air performance, survivability, and lethality • Flying aircraft simulators, syllabus instruction to pilots, and validating operational capability • Supporting fighter simulation venues, Virtual Warfare Center, Multi‑Domain Analysis Center • Providing operational insight for CONOPs and CONEMPs in analytical studies supporting company programs
What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, apply 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 pursue excellence, work hard, and enjoy what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, experienced professional with a background in military fighter operations. You have a strong understanding of combat air performance, survivability, and lethality, as well as experience with fighter aircraft simulators and operational capability validation.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications: • Subject matter expert in fighter combat military aviation (F-15C/E, F-16, F/A-18, F-22 or F-35) • Fighter instructor pilot or Instructor WSO background • Experience with basic systems engineering processes and principles • Experience in Operations Analysis, tools, and/or experiment design of analysis • Experience in airborne networking and operational-level command and control concepts • Bachelor's or higher-level degree from an accredited college in a related discipline • Final Secret clearance required for consideration
Desired skills: • Extensive operational military aviation background in Air Superiority fighter aircraft in joint and coalition operations, Instructor or Package Commander • Higher level Military education and training, (e.g. Intermediate Development Education (IDE)/ Intermediate Level School (ILS) graduate; advanced IDE/ILS graduate preferred (SAMS, SAASS, SAW, MAWS) • Fighter weapons school graduate with recent combat experience (USAFWS, MAWTS, NFWS) • Futuristic visionary thinking is highly desired • Experience working in a Virtual Simulation environment • Strong oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to interface with senior civilian government, DoD and industry leaders. • Demonstrated ability as an independent, proactive leader who works well within a team. • Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with team members, internal and external customers, and senior leadership.
• Individual must qualify to obtain a Top Secret and SCI clearance.
EEO: Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. 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.
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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.
Security Clearance Information: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
National Pay Statement: Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $128,400 - $226,435. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. 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, Massachusetts, and New York is $147,700 - $255,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. 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.