Production Co-Pilot Senior Staff - UAV SME - Level 5

Job Description
This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II.

Learn more about some of the incredible things we do here: https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/who-we-are/business-areas/aeronautics/skunkworks.html

Production Co-Pilot Senior Staff - UAV SME - Level 5

Selected applicant will join a unique “Skunkworks” Advanced Development Program (ADP) team, and become qualified as an instructor pilot (IP) and subject matter expert(SME) on Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
Duties will include instructing academics, simulators, and student flight training events.
IPs will also conduct Operational Test and Evaluation of program assets and systems.
Applicants must possess extensive pilot skills and experience in all classes of FAA airspace including restricted areas and MOA’s. World-wide, day/night, and instrument military operational experience is highly desired.
Selected applicant will maintain currency in an RPA and manned companion trainer aircraft.

Selected applicant will support overseas deployments and must be willing to train for, travel to, and work in austere remote locations. Deployments average 60-90 days per year.
Must be willing to work extended shifts, including holidays and weekends.
Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. passport, accept customer furnished quarters, and comply with customer mobility and security requirements.
Selected applicant must meet minimum medical requirements, which includes a company overseas physical and a current FAA second class physical.

The applicant selected will be subjected to Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements.

This position will require an active Top Secret security clearance with an SBI conducted within the last 6 years.
The candidate must agree to and successfully pass a polygraph examination.
Test Pilot School not required.

What’s In It For You
Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually.
Here are some of the benefits
you can enjoy:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
ust be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.”

Basic Qualifications
• Minimum of 1000 flight hours in RPA, turbojet, or turboprop aircraft
• Current FAA class 1 or 2 physical
• Instructor experience
• Military operational experience
• Active Top Secret Clearance

Desired skills
• Experience leading aviators in conducting world wide operations, day/night, instrument conditions operational experience
• Experienced Leader capable of leading team in austere environment.
• Experience with employment/deployment of complex weapon systems, payloads and/or sensor packages
• Instrument rated (commercial)
• Skilled briefer, power point presenter, conversant with FAA FARs
• Pilot Instructor

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.

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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.

Other Important Information
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
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedule Information
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.

Security Clearance Information
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $145,200 - $255,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year. This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $167,000 - $289,340. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.