20 July 2026

Lockheed Martin | Instructor

Lemoore, California, United States

About the Role

Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced fighter pilot to serve as a Pilot Instructor at NAS Lemoore. This role involves providing F-35 Instructor Pilot and Subject Matter Expert (SME) instruction, including academic training and flight procedure instruction in Pilot Training Devices, all in adherence to the approved pilot training syllabus. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Lockheed Martin training team to achieve F-35 training objectives and uphold company initiatives and policies.

Requirements

  • Must possess an active Secret security clearance with an investigation completed within the last 5 years or be enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
  • Must be able to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access.
  • A minimum of 1000 hours of Fighter Flight Time in 4th/5th generation multi-role fighter aircraft is required.
  • Experience as a multi-ship flight lead in tactical fighter aircraft.
  • Experience with simulator devices and a solid understanding of fighter tactics, techniques, and procedures.
  • Proven experience working collaboratively within cross-functional teams and with diverse stakeholders.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, strong leadership qualities, and excellent oral and written communication abilities.
  • A high degree of organizational skills and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
  • Willingness to participate in deployed operations to support customer requirements.
  • Flexibility to support non-standard work hours to align with the customer's operational schedule.
  • Previous Instructor Pilot (IP) experience is mandatory.
  • In-depth knowledge of fourth and/or fifth-generation aircraft systems, operational experience with advanced sensor systems (e.g., Night Vision devices, EO/IR targeting systems, Helmet Mounted Cuing), and the latest air-to-surface and air-to-air weapons inventory.
  • Prior experience in delivering military pilot academic and simulator training, with familiarity in current instructional techniques and delivery methods.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
  • Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS for up to 89-day periods.

Qualifications

  • Flight experience in the F-35 is highly desired.
  • Experience as a Military Instructor Pilot (IP) in tactical fighter aircraft.
  • Experience with F-35 pilot training curriculum and program requirements.
  • F-35 system knowledge and F-35 Full Mission Simulator experience.
  • Familiarity with the F-35 ALIS program.
  • Prior experience delivering military pilot academic and simulator training in fourth and/or fifth-generation tactical fighter aircraft.
  • Experience with advanced systems such as NVS, targeting pods, datalinks, Helmet Mounted Cueing, and the latest weapons inventory.
  • Graduate of a formal military Academic Instructor Course (AIC).
  • Formal Training Unit (FTU) or Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) Instructor Pilot experience.
  • Fighter Weapons Instructor Course (FWIC) or Top Gun: Weapons Tactics Instructor (WTI) graduate.
  • Standardization/Evaluation Flight Examiner (SEFE) or NATOPS Evaluator experience.
  • Experience with training management systems (TMS), learning management systems (LMS), and electronic grade books.
  • Current USAF/USN/USMC IP with multi-role fighter experience.
  • Former Weapon School, Top Gun, or MAWTS graduate.
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