Job ID: 705661BR Date posted: Sep. 18, 2025
Description:WHAT WE’RE DOING
We specialize in Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) that provide advanced capabilities to serve the defense industry. Our RMS Training and Logistic Solutions (TLS) are designed to meet the unique needs of our customers, offering unparalleled performance, reliability, and versatility. We provide comprehensive support throughout the entire system lifecycle, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we are committed to delivering RMS solutions that exceed expectations and set new standards for performance and reliability.

THE WORK
As Flight Simulator Test Director, you’ll be responsible for leading the Product Integration Test Team (PIT) within Production Operations for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Pilot Training Device (PTD) product line of flight simulators, including the Full Mission Simulator (FMS), the Modified Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MMRT), the Deployable Mission Rehearsal Trainer (DMRT), and the Training Infrastructure System (TIS). We integrate deliverable hardware and deliverable software during production testing in our Orlando facility and then deliver the advanced Pilot Training Devices to our customers at their US and international locations. We take pride in our work because we know that pilots gain proficiency in our flight simulators that directly translates to effectiveness when they operate the F-35 aircraft in real-world tactical situations.

Key Responsibilities:
• Primary Internal/External POC on all Production & Deployment Testing Activities
• Performs technical planning for all Production & Deployment Testing Activities
• Responsible for the preparation, coordination, and approvals of system acceptance plans, procedures, and reports.
• Responsible for the integrity of the test execution, test procedures, and baseline being used during test events and ensuring proper documentation is configuration managed.
• Responsible for managing production test technical debt.
• Responsible for managing and tracking test metrics.
• Final approver of all submitted reports of test activities to program leadership or the customer, as needed.

WHO WE ARE
Our functional group, the Production Operations Test Engineers, is composed of 7 professionals with a common purpose to provide the pilots of the United States and our Allies with high quality pilot training devices. We are the connection between each program’s development engineers who integrate new capabilities into subsystems and the remainder of our Production Operations organization who create high quality products in repeatable processes. We have a unique role that gains expertise in both deliverable hardware and deliverable software.

WHO YOU ARE
As Flight Simulator Test Director, you'll lead a high-performing team with a strategic and innovative approach. With a unique blend of technical expertise and leadership passion, you'll thrive in our dynamic environment and drive process improvements that fuel efficiency and growth. You'll be a champion of collaboration, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and open communication, and empowering your team to achieve exceptional results. With a strong focus on integrity, continuous learning, and teamwork, you'll shape the future of our organization, contribute to cutting-edge technology, and develop the skills of others.

WHY JOIN US
When you join our team, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work environment that values collaboration, growth, and innovation. We offer opportunities for training and development to help you build your career. Our mission-driven organization is dedicated to making a positive impact in the world, and we're looking for talented and passionate individuals to help us achieve our goals.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority.

- Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

- Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with Technical Operations, Manufacturing, and all other stakeholders Demonstrated presentation skills

- Experience working with Government customers

- Must have ability to obtain interim clearance prior to start

- Ability to obtain JSF Special Access Program clearance within 6 months of position start date
Desired Skills:
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) and able to communicate effectively with external customer and internal leadership about technical status/issues

Experience managing test technical debt

• Experience managing & tracking test metrics

• Ability to analyze complex designs & create test solutions that optimize cost/technical/schedule variables

• In-depth understanding of currently used technologies and future paths to apply evolving technology toward improvements

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 9 years of professional experience; or 7 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered an emerging authority.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: 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.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Test Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First