Mission Planning Environment Subject Matter Expert

Lockheed Martin•Eglin AFB, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Rotary and Mission Systems' Training, Logistics and Simulation (TLS) business is Lockheed Martin’s center of excellence for training and logistics products and services, serving the U.S. military and more than 65 international customers around the world. Based in Orlando, TLS develops programs that teach service men and women skills to accomplish their most challenging missions — flying the world’s most advanced fighter aircraft, navigating ships and driving armored vehicles. TLS is the corporation’s hub for simulation, X reality, live-virtual-constructive capabilities, advanced training devices and full-service training programs. TLS also provides sustainment services such as supply chain and logistics IT solutions, spares and repairs, as well as automated test and support equipment. As a member of our Systems Engineering team, you will: Act as the primary technical authority for the Mission Planning Environment (MPE) within the Instructional Product Support Team (IPST). Develop, design, and maintain curriculum focused training products—including interactive virtual simulations—that teach essential MPE administration and planning skills. Conduct training gap analyses, consolidate findings, and adjust curricula to close deficiencies and align with operational needs. Translate complex technical publications into clear, introductory training materials and job aid documentation. Coordinate closely with development, product test, and sustainment teams to ensure training content remains current, accurate, and compliant with industry and DoD standards. Support the delivery of MPE courseware to F 35 system administrators and mission planners, providing subject matter guidance during instruction and after action debriefs. Apply expertise in Linux and Windows system administration to build realistic, technology driven training environments. This position will be located at the Eglin ATC, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. The position requires periodic travel. Note: This position will require the selected candidate to have an active Secret level U.S. government security clearance before starting with Lockheed Martin. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for consideration. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Minimum 8 years of experience as a Mission Planner or related roles.
Knowledgeable of COTs and GOTs software related to mission planning and debrief (e.g. JMPS, PFPS, WPS, CWDS, JWS, EWCC, SPT, PCDS).
Active Secret Clearance updated within the last 5 years.
Experience is creating and presenting technical documentation into user friendly training material.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a relevant engineering discipline.
Demonstrated expertise in the F 35 Mission Planning Environment, including mission planning, debrief, security, and sensor reprogramming functions
Familiarity with instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM) and learning management systems (LMS).
Proficient in Linux and Windows administration; experience creating virtual training simulations (e.g., VMware, Hyper V, or container based solutions).
Prior experience developing aerospace or defense related instructional courseware.
Strong analytical skills with a track record of conducting training gap analyses and curriculum development.
Experience working in a joint/multi agency environment and coordinating with DoD acquisition teams.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical authority for the Mission Planning Environment (MPE) within the Instructional Product Support Team (IPST).
Develop, design, and maintain curriculum focused training products—including interactive virtual simulations—that teach essential MPE administration and planning skills.
Conduct training gap analyses, consolidate findings, and adjust curricula to close deficiencies and align with operational needs.
Translate complex technical publications into clear, introductory training materials and job aid documentation.
Coordinate closely with development, product test, and sustainment teams to ensure training content remains current, accurate, and compliant with industry and DoD standards.
Support the delivery of MPE courseware to F 35 system administrators and mission planners, providing subject matter guidance during instruction and after action debriefs.
Apply expertise in Linux and Windows system administration to build realistic, technology driven training environments.