Maintenance Trainer Senior (Level 3)
Lockheed Martin
Job ID: 679734BR Date posted: Oct. 28, 2024
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
Aviation is a story of perseverance—of trying, failing, and ultimately succeeding. At Lockheed Martin, our passion for advancing aeronautical design and achieving mission success is at the heart of our culture. We celebrate the unique talents and contributions of our team, whose collective drive and focus on global opportunities shape our path forward. Join us as we innovate, inspire, and make history in aerospace and defense.
What You Will Be Doing
• Deliver Expert Training: Provide comprehensive training on 5th generation aircraft coatings and finishes for the F-35, including practical demonstrations, to international partners as well as Fort Worth production and flight operations employees.
• Develop and Execute Training Programs: Establish and deliver technical training on the installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft coatings and finishes, covering specific tools, test equipment, and internal company systems (SFM, QADS, ICA, PDM, MPS’s, PS, and JDL).
• Prepare and Maintain Training Materials: Review and prepare lesson plans, set up classrooms, manage class rosters, and verify completion of courses, ensuring materials remain current and aligned with technical guidance.
• Ensure Instructor Proficiency: Maintain expertise and proficiency in assigned courses, meeting DCMA 8210 and other contractual training requirements, and serving as a technical consultant to engineering and production teams.
• International Travel as an SME: Travel domestically and internationally to deliver training as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for diverse military and civilian groups across various cultures and countries.
• Utilize Microsoft Office for Training Materials: Employ Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel, for creating, updating, and sharing training materials.
What’s In It For You
• Impact Global Teams: Train and support diverse international teams, contributing to the expertise and operational readiness of both civilian and military personnel.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Act as a trusted technical consultant, working alongside engineering and production teams to meet training standards and contractual requirements.
• Travel Opportunities: Gain global experience with travel to multiple countries, where you’ll share your expertise and make a difference across a range of cultures and settings.
• Professional Development: Grow your skillset in a cutting-edge production environment, enhancing your proficiency in specialized training for 5th generation aircraft.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• Experienced Professional: You bring experience working with Low Observable Finishes and Coatings on the F-35, with the ability to provide hands-on and theoretical training.
• Skilled Communicator and Trainer: Known for delivering clear, engaging, and effective training sessions, with the flexibility to adapt to diverse international audiences.
• Detail-Oriented and Organized: Strong ability to manage course materials, rosters, and class logistics to ensure seamless delivery and accurate completion records.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Competent in using Microsoft Office tools to enhance training presentations, maintain course materials, and communicate effectively with the team.
Our Commitment to DEI
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience installing and maintaining F-35 coatings/finishes on operational or new build aircraft.
• Experience with aircraft Low Observable (LO) materials, processes, and specifications utilized during manufacturing of F-35 aircraft.
• Experience utilizing Process Specifications, MPS’s, and/or aircraft technical data during the application of LO materials on the F-35.
• Experience handling, mixing, applying, inspecting, and removal of LO coating materials to include HVLP spray gun application processes.
• Experience with proper disposal of related paints, sealants, coatings, adhesives, and other hazardous waste chemicals.
Desired Skills:
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience installing and maintaining F-35 coatings/finishes on operational or new build aircraft.
• Ability to obtain US Passport and travel internationally.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Computer, visual communications, and basic software skills to include but not limited to Windows, Microsoft Office 365, Teams, projectors, and visual displays.
• Ability to maintain respirator certification.
• Experience applying and maintaining F-22 and/or F-16 coatings and the repair of these materials in accordance technical directives.
• Demonstrated ability and experience coaching employees in the application of Low Observable and coating materials.
• Mod Temp and rain erosion material experience.
• Demonstrated ability and experience utilizing Instructional System Design (ISD)
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships and collaborate with others to meet training needs.
• Prior experience instructing training in a highly regulated environment
• Ability to work autonomously in a culturally diverse environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and revise training material to keep technical information up to date and meet new training requirements
• Demonstrated instructor skills including classroom lecture, lab performance demonstrations and evaluations.
• Experienced traveler.
• Secret security clearance or the ability to hold one.
• Degree in related field.
Clearance Level: None
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:We are Lockheed Martin
Aviation is a story of perseverance—of trying, failing, and ultimately succeeding. At Lockheed Martin, our passion for advancing aeronautical design and achieving mission success is at the heart of our culture. We celebrate the unique talents and contributions of our team, whose collective drive and focus on global opportunities shape our path forward. Join us as we innovate, inspire, and make history in aerospace and defense.
What You Will Be Doing
• Deliver Expert Training: Provide comprehensive training on 5th generation aircraft coatings and finishes for the F-35, including practical demonstrations, to international partners as well as Fort Worth production and flight operations employees.
• Develop and Execute Training Programs: Establish and deliver technical training on the installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft coatings and finishes, covering specific tools, test equipment, and internal company systems (SFM, QADS, ICA, PDM, MPS’s, PS, and JDL).
• Prepare and Maintain Training Materials: Review and prepare lesson plans, set up classrooms, manage class rosters, and verify completion of courses, ensuring materials remain current and aligned with technical guidance.
• Ensure Instructor Proficiency: Maintain expertise and proficiency in assigned courses, meeting DCMA 8210 and other contractual training requirements, and serving as a technical consultant to engineering and production teams.
• International Travel as an SME: Travel domestically and internationally to deliver training as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for diverse military and civilian groups across various cultures and countries.
• Utilize Microsoft Office for Training Materials: Employ Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel, for creating, updating, and sharing training materials.
What’s In It For You
• Impact Global Teams: Train and support diverse international teams, contributing to the expertise and operational readiness of both civilian and military personnel.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Act as a trusted technical consultant, working alongside engineering and production teams to meet training standards and contractual requirements.
• Travel Opportunities: Gain global experience with travel to multiple countries, where you’ll share your expertise and make a difference across a range of cultures and settings.
• Professional Development: Grow your skillset in a cutting-edge production environment, enhancing your proficiency in specialized training for 5th generation aircraft.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Who You Are
• Experienced Professional: You bring experience working with Low Observable Finishes and Coatings on the F-35, with the ability to provide hands-on and theoretical training.
• Skilled Communicator and Trainer: Known for delivering clear, engaging, and effective training sessions, with the flexibility to adapt to diverse international audiences.
• Detail-Oriented and Organized: Strong ability to manage course materials, rosters, and class logistics to ensure seamless delivery and accurate completion records.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Competent in using Microsoft Office tools to enhance training presentations, maintain course materials, and communicate effectively with the team.
Our Commitment to DEI
Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
This position is in Fort Worth, TX Discover Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
• Experience installing and maintaining F-35 coatings/finishes on operational or new build aircraft.
• Experience with aircraft Low Observable (LO) materials, processes, and specifications utilized during manufacturing of F-35 aircraft.
• Experience utilizing Process Specifications, MPS’s, and/or aircraft technical data during the application of LO materials on the F-35.
• Experience handling, mixing, applying, inspecting, and removal of LO coating materials to include HVLP spray gun application processes.
• Experience with proper disposal of related paints, sealants, coatings, adhesives, and other hazardous waste chemicals.
Desired Skills:
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience installing and maintaining F-35 coatings/finishes on operational or new build aircraft.
• Ability to obtain US Passport and travel internationally.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Computer, visual communications, and basic software skills to include but not limited to Windows, Microsoft Office 365, Teams, projectors, and visual displays.
• Ability to maintain respirator certification.
• Experience applying and maintaining F-22 and/or F-16 coatings and the repair of these materials in accordance technical directives.
• Demonstrated ability and experience coaching employees in the application of Low Observable and coating materials.
• Mod Temp and rain erosion material experience.
• Demonstrated ability and experience utilizing Instructional System Design (ISD)
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships and collaborate with others to meet training needs.
• Prior experience instructing training in a highly regulated environment
• Ability to work autonomously in a culturally diverse environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and revise training material to keep technical information up to date and meet new training requirements
• Demonstrated instructor skills including classroom lecture, lab performance demonstrations and evaluations.
• Experienced traveler.
• Secret security clearance or the ability to hold one.
• Degree in related field.
Clearance Level: None
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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