Training Simulator System Administrator / F-35 / Rovaniemi, Finland

Lockheed Martin Corporation • Orlando, FL

53d • Onsite

About The Position

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking, everything is within our reach - including yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training, and education. Come and experience your future! Assignment: This position will offer a long-term deployment to a foreign country as a Training System Simulator System Administrator for the F-35. The successful candidate will support the sustainment, maintenance, and operations benefiting the Finnish Air Force. The Systems Administrator will support the sustainment, maintenance, and operation of F 35 training system devices, with a long term deployment to Rovaniemi, Finland. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin training team on site to fulfill F-35 training objectives. The successful candidate will implement, and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs and policies as directed. Comply with site security and access control procedures in accordance with F-35 program and customer procedures. Sanitize all classified media (circuit cards, disk storage devices, etc.) to the LRU in accordance with established F-35 and customer procedures. The successful candidate must have worked in an environment which required them to interact with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature. Job may require flexible work schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer requirements. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access Additional duties and related responsibilities will be assigned as required. Deployment and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the OJT required at Lockheed Martin's training locations prior to international assignment. The selected applicant selected may be required to work at deployed locations, work rotating shifts, and work in excess of 40 hours per week. Accompanied Status Availability: Accompanied status means new hires may have qualifying dependents accompany them on their long term overseas assignment. Foreign Location Premium(s): Available. OCONUS Locale - Rovaniemi, Finland Rovaniemi, in Finnish Lapland, blends traditional Sami heritage with modern Finnish culture amid stunning Arctic wilderness. The city offers year‑round outdoor activities-skiing, hiking, and spectacular Northern Lights-while providing state‑of‑the‑art facilities. It's an ideal setting for Arctic living and for cutting‑edge projects such as the F‑35 training program.

Requirements

• Candidates must have a Final Transferable Secret security clearance, last Periodic Reinvestigation must be within the last six years.
• Candidates Must be able to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Proven experience working in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams and stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds.
• Knowledge and experience with simulation hardware and software.
• Ability to read and use technical schematics, drawings and manuals along with other technical materials to resolve complex problems.
• Candidate must be willing to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule.
• Candidate must have a current Security+ certificate or able to acquire a Security + certification within 3 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Current or Previous F-35 Training Device Experience in the Full Mission Simulator (FMS) and/or Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MRT) or experience in a training/modeling and simulation environment.
• Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
• Experience working in classified/access controlled facilities.
• Currently possess a current Security + certificate.
• System Administration of Windows and/or Linux server environments.
• Experience with Disaster Recovery methods / cloning / backup solutions.
• Experience with Hyper-V / Deploying VHDs / Virtual Computing.
• Experience with Active Directory / DHCP / DNS / File Shares.
• Knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft training operations.
• Previous experience coordinating with program SMEs, engineers and field service technicians.

Responsibilities

• Install components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities.
• Perform, conduct, 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.
• 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.
• Documents and maintain cabling schemes and drawings.
• Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees