JRB Ft. Worth, TX

Lockheed Martin•Fort Worth, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Training System Simulator Technician (Field Engineer) for the F-35 supporting JRB Ft. Worth, TX is responsible for the sustainment, maintenance, and operation of F-35 training devices. This role involves installing components, performing preventive maintenance, updating maintenance records, and assisting with equipment modifications and software installations. The technician will maintain simulation devices to meet availability specifications, troubleshoot complex problems using technical documentation, and document cabling schemes. The position requires close collaboration with the Lockheed Martin training team to meet F-35 training objectives and adherence to Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies. Compliance with site security, access control, and classified media sanitization procedures is mandatory. The role may require flexible work schedules, travel to other CONUS and OCONUS sites, and interaction with diverse personnel across multiple functional areas.

Requirements

Final Transferable Secret security clearance; last Periodic Reinvestigation must be within the last six years.
Ability to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
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.
Willingness to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule.
Current Security+ certificate or ability to acquire a Security+ certification within 3 months of hire date.
Must be a US Citizen for consideration.

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)
2 years’ experience with aviation simulation systems.
Proven hardware and software support experience in a training/modeling and simulation environment.
Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
Experience working in classified/access-controlled facilities.
Ability to brief/teach technical information to internal and external audiences.
Ability to lead and mentor other team members.
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.
Aptitude and ability to mentor and grow other team members.
In-depth 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

Support the sustainment, maintenance, and operation of F-35 training devices.
Install components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities.
Perform, conduct, and document preventive maintenance checks for devices and associated subsystems.
Update maintenance data collection records.
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.
Document and maintain cabling schemes and drawings.
Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards.
Work closely with other members of the Lockheed Martin training team on site to fulfill F-35 training objectives.
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.