Luke AFB, AZ

Lockheed Martin•Luke AFB, AZ

1d•$99,700 - $175,835•Onsite

About The Position

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), 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 – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training and education. Come and experience your future! Position Assignment: PTC Simulator Technician Manager at Luke Air Force Base, AZ. The PTC Simulator Technician Manager provides leadership for Pilot Simulator Technicians and the Facility Maintenance Technician while also serving as a fully qualified Simulation Technician and the Simulator Technician Lead, overseeing up to 48 training‑device technicians. This role demands occasional weekend on‑site coverage to handle maintenance and operational tasks that cannot be performed during normal work hours because of training requirements. The manager is responsible for two‑shift operations that support twelve Pilot Training Devices, delivering 14 hours of daily device operation plus an additional 4 hours of preventative maintenance each day. Travel to CONUS and OCONUS enterprise training sites is required to meet contracted training obligations, typically representing less than 25 % of the workload, and a flexible schedule is essential to align with customer operational needs.

Requirements

Possess a current Final Secret security clearance with a re-investigation within the last 6 years.
Possess a current Security + certification or capable of acquiring within 3 months from hire date as a condition of employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a F-35 Program Special Access.
4 year degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience / combined education.
8 years electronic / avionics related field.
8 years professional experience in management of Operations and Maintenance of training/simulation devices or related field.
Extensive expertise in maintaining and upgrading F‑35 pilot training devices.
Excellent leadership abilities guiding and managing subordinate employees.
Strategic thinker and planner.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated interpersonal, team-building skills, strong work ethic and self-motivation.
Demonstrated ability to manage statistical data for presentations and reports.
Candidate must have the ability to interact effectively and build effective relationships with customers.

Nice To Haves

Experience with F-35 aviation simulator training operations.
Experience with military training operations.
Experience working in a classified/access-controlled facility.
Familiar with network security processes and certifications.
Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience including switches, DHCP, VLAN, VHD and associated maintenance.
Familiarity with F35 Training System architecture, implementation, and operations. Experience as a technical manager.
Demonstrated familiarity and hands‑on experience with the 56th Fighter Wing (56 FW) is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Direct supervision of Pilot Simulator Technicians and the Facility Maintenance Technician.
Oversight of two shift operations for 32 pilot training devices (14 hrs ops + 4 hrs preventative maintenance per day).
Provide direct support for Modification Kit installations and Joint Program Office/Service Simulator Evaluation events.
Manage logistical functions for the Luke AFB Full Mission Simulators, including shipping, receiving, and handling of FMS spare parts material.
Conduct, coordinate, and support government required maintenance on facility systems and respond promptly to PTC trouble calls.
Travel to enterprise training sites (CONUS/OCONUS) as needed to fulfill contract requirements.