Training Architect and Systems Engineer

Lockheed Martin•Fort Rucker, AL

1d•$128,400 - $226,435•Onsite

About The Position

The Flight School Next (FSN) program is a rotary‑wing training initiative that provides ab‑initio training for Army rotary‑wing pilots. FSN leverages modern Instructional System Design (ADDIE) principles to create an effective, efficient training system for initial entry rotary‑wing (IERW) pilots. THE WORK - Direct all training system design operations supporting the FSN program and contract. - Mentor and coach a diverse team of instructional‑system‑design and courseware specialists. - Oversee, technically advise, and approve FSN training curriculum and material design/updates. - Serve as senior liaison with maintenance, sustainment, engineering, certification, customer support, business development, and contracts for successful training implementation. - Act as the senior FSN Training Program technical representative within LMC and with external agencies (AVCOE, FAA, etc.). - Lead development, implementation, and updates of curriculum, courseware, and syllabi for IERW POIs. - Ensure flight operations comply with FAA, military, AVCOE, and international civil‑aviation regulations and policies. - Maintain an active Secret security clearance and enforce Lockheed Martin safety policies. - Represent Lockheed Martin in government and industry forums on rotorcraft policy and safety. WHO WE ARE Lockheed Martin, a global security and aerospace leader, partners with the U.S. Army and other agencies to deliver cutting‑edge training solutions. The FSN program is part of our commitment to develop the next generation of rotary‑wing pilots, ensuring safe, reliable, and mission‑ready forces. WHO YOU ARE - Proven experience in instructional‑system‑design (ADDIE) and curriculum development for aviation or military training. - Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication; comfortable presenting to senior leadership and external stakeholders. - Strong process discipline with a focus on efficiency and optimization. - Ability to build, lead, and motivate high‑performance, diverse teams. - Solid problem‑solving skills: identify, analyze, mitigate, implement solutions, and deliver results. - Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain). - Willingness to travel 10‑15 % of the time. WHY JOIN US - Lead a high‑visibility, mission‑critical training program for Army pilots. - Work alongside top experts in aviation, engineering, and defense. - Opportunity to influence rotorcraft policy and safety at government and industry forums. - Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development resources. - Be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and integrity.

Requirements

Proven experience in instructional‑system‑design (ADDIE) and curriculum development for aviation or military training.
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication; comfortable presenting to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Strong process discipline with a focus on efficiency and optimization.
Ability to build, lead, and motivate high‑performance, diverse teams.
Solid problem‑solving skills: identify, analyze, mitigate, implement solutions, and deliver results.
Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain).
Willingness to travel 10‑15 % of the time.
Military Rotary Wing Instructor Experience (UH-60, AH-64, TH-1, MH-60, UH-1, etc.)
Prior experience delivering military pilot academic and simulator training
Strong understanding of TRADOC, AVCOE, USAACE, US Army, FAA, and other pertinent processes/regulations applicable to the effective implementation of Rotary Aircraft Pilot Training
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance
Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Training Development/Management or a related field (or equivalent combination of education/experience).

Nice To Haves

Prior Army IERW flight instructor experience or Prior Army IERW ground/academic instructor experience
Helicopter/Rotary Wing: 1,000 hrs (Minimum)
Helicopter/Rotary Wing Pilot in Command (PIC): 500 Hours
Instructor Hours (Count toward PIC Total): 250 Hours
Instrument Hours: 100 Hours
Instrument Instructor Hours: 50 Hours
Night Hours: 75 Hours (Minimum 25 Hours non-NVG)
Flying Time in the last 12 Months: 100 Hours (may be waived)
Actual Weather Hours: 10 Hours
Graduate of DoW Senior Service School or Equivalent (i.e. Army Command and Staff College, Warrant Officer Advanced Common Core, Air Command and Staff College, etc.)
Master’s degree in Training Development/Management or related field.
FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with ATP (Rotary Wing) or an equivalent military rating
FAA Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument or Military Equivalent (such as Graduate of US Army Instructor Pilot Course and Instrument Flight Examiner Course)
FAA-authorized Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs)(Rotary Wing) or equivalent military rating (such as U.S. Army Standardization Instructor Pilot)
Valid rotorcraft-helicopter rating
A current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate prior to beginning duties.
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication; ability to present to senior leadership, distinguished visitors and guests, organization employees and students
Strong process discipline with focus on efficiency and optimization
Demonstrated ability to build, lead and motivate high performance teams
Demonstrated problem solving skills (identification, analysis, mitigation/solution planning, implementation, and results)

Responsibilities

Direct all training system design operations supporting the FSN program and contract.
Mentor and coach a diverse team of instructional‑system‑design and courseware specialists.
Oversee, technically advise, and approve FSN training curriculum and material design/updates.
Serve as senior liaison with maintenance, sustainment, engineering, certification, customer support, business development, and contracts for successful training implementation.
Act as the senior FSN Training Program technical representative within LMC and with external agencies (AVCOE, FAA, etc.).
Lead development, implementation, and updates of curriculum, courseware, and syllabi for IERW POIs.
Ensure flight operations comply with FAA, military, AVCOE, and international civil‑aviation regulations and policies.
Maintain an active Secret security clearance and enforce Lockheed Martin safety policies.
Represent Lockheed Martin in government and industry forums on rotorcraft policy and safety.