Description:This position supports the F-16 System Program Office (SPO) by serving as the on-site F-16 Technical Publication Specialist at Hill Air Force Base (AFB), Utah. This specialist position will be an F-16 Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of F-16 Fighter Avionics and Weapon Systems and have a strong understanding of the Technical Order (TO) Life-Cycle Management per TO 00-5-3 (Air Force Technical Order Life Cycle Management) and TO 00-5-1 (Air Force TO System). This position will support the United Sates Government (USG) with technical data obtained electronically from the Lockheed Martin (LM) Aeronautics Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) repository located in Fort Worth and coordinate/interface with the local USG Technical Order Management Agency (TOMA) team and the USG Central Technical Order Control Unit (CTOCU) located at the Beach Street Facility in Fort Worth, TX.
The LM Aero Specialist will plan and manage the acquisition, modification, and sustainment of technical orders to operate and maintain Fighter (F-16) weapon systems for USAF/Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs assigned to the F-16 Systems Program Office (SPO). Plans and performs technical manual verification management tasks and pre-publication reviews for the TOMA Manager. This position will assist in the review and preparation of documents for Fighter Aircraft technical manual planning and support including, but not limited to, Program Management Plans, Integrated Logistics Support Plans, Program Management Directives, Specification Interpretation Documents, Technical Order Life-cycle Verification Plans and Military Specifications to ensure accuracy, adequacy, authentication, safety, and usability. The SME Specialist will provide direct support to program offices with identifying and developing specific technical manuals.
The specialist's tasks include the following:
• Initiates, participates in, and/or chairs meetings and conferences with SPO, contractor personnel, and others to identify potential support problems, discuss and resolve problems, and coordinate technical manual management activities related to USAF assigned programs.
• Identifies elements of existing policy, procedures, and systems which adversely impact overall effective implementation of the acquisition and fielding of USAF/FMS technical manuals.
• Assists the F-16 SPO in establishing requirements for technical data, support equipment, and maintenance procedures. Reviews all Contractor Furnished Aeronautical Equipment/Contractor Furnished Equipment (CFAE/CFE) notices regarding the procurement of technical manuals. Performs validation/verifications as needed. Evaluates potential alternate sources of data and makes decisions regarding those CFAE/CFE publications that must be procured from the vendors.
• Travel Requirements: Attend the annual Tech Order Management Agency Review (TOMAR), travel may be required depending on the location of the TOMAR or other travel as required to complete the validation/verifications.
• This position will function in a Subject Matter Expert (SME) technical advisory role only and will not act in the capacity as representing or acting as a representative of the USG TOMA. This position has no USG signature Authority.
• This position requires an active Final Secret Security Clearance. Must be a US Citizen. This position will enter facility locations that may require special access.
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Basic Qualifications:
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:
• F-16 Avionics Maintenance experience and troubleshooting knowledge to include Tech Order Authoring in multiple authoring tools and formats.
• Demonstrated experience performing checkout and troubleshooting procedures as related to fighter aircraft avionics and/or weapons systems using military Technical Order Publications.
• Direct interface and coordination with the US Government Program Managers and the USG CTOCU/TOMA Teams.
• Experience applying TO 00-5-3 Air Force TO Life-Cycle Management Requirements and/or TO 00-5-1 Air Force TO System Requirements and Air Force TO guidance.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications.
Desired Skills:
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:
• Direct experience with T.O. development and/or authoring technical manuals such as Job Guides, General Systems, Fault Isolation, Illustrated Parts Breakdowns, Commodity, Support Equipment, and Flight Manual TO’s.
• Direct interface and coordination with the US Government Equipment Specialists and authoring team at Hill AFB.
• Advanced knowledge of F-16 flight line avionics (electrical and mechanical) troubleshooting, repair, calibration, software upgrades, and parts supportability of specific test equipment.
• F-16 FMS experience and extensive knowledge of FMS F-16 configurations and modifications a plus.
• Demonstrates Advanced Interpersonal skills and attitude to establish and maintain a positive and effective interaction with leadership, customers and peers while working in an effective TO authoring team.
• Able to communicate complex requirements and interpret complex engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Strong computer skills with attention to detail. Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software and Standard Group Markup Language (SGML) is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency/knowledge in aircraft avionics technical manuals such as Job Guides, General Systems, Fault Isolation, Illustrated Parts Breakdowns, Commodity, Support Equipment, and Flight Manual TO’s.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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: 9x80 every other Friday off
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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Product Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First