F-35 Support Equipment Field Support Representative (Amendola, Italy)

Description:WHO WE ARELockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry.
With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.WHAT WE'RE DOINGAt Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals.
Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.THE WORKSeeking candidates to fill the position of F-35 Support Equipment (SE) Field Support Representative (FSR) directly supporting the 13º Gruppo FBA (13th Fighter-Bomber Squadron) operating Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning IIs flown by the Italian Air Force at Amendola Air Base, Italy.
This position will offer a 2 year assignment to Amendola, Italy, with possibility of extension.Successful candidate will provide technical guidance and logistics support for a broad range of F-35 Ground Support Equipment (GSE) located at the Italian F-35 site located at Amendola Air Base, Italy.
The SE FSR provides technical guidance and logistics support for a broad range of F-35 Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
Supports the organizational (unit) level tenant squadron technicians, military personnel and GSE mechanics (where applicable).
Advises internal and external customers on installation, adaptation, configuration or enhancement of company technical products, programs and systems.
Provides expertise for resolving technical problems and troubleshooting products to customer satisfaction.
Provides support equipment familiarization to customers on full spectrum of F-35 SE product line.
Work will be done at customer site and/or government bases.
Uses engineering data to determine correct equipment configuration and to identify or help define design deficiencies that limit equipment utility in the customer's environment.
Consults with GSE equipment managers, engineers, reliability engineering and suppliers to resolve customer equipment issues involving safety, usability, reliability and availability.
Collects, archives and submits GSE readiness status.
Identifies reliability and maintainability issues that affect readiness trends.Job may require flexible work schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer requirements, to include possibility of weekend work requirements.
Successful candidate will serve as the only SE FSR at Amendola Air Base, Italy, focused on the support and sustainment of F-35 Program SE in use at this location.
The selected applicant may be required to work rotating shifts, and work in excess of 40 hours per week to support equipment needs at the Amendola AB.
Potential for weekend work may be possible dependent on customer needs.Relocation with family members possible.
Details will be briefed to the successful candidate for this position.
Dependents may accompany successful candidate overseas.Candidates be advised: this position operates in direct support of a deployable F-35 fighter squadron.
Employee in this role may be required to deploy with the customer on peacetime and wartime military operations for defined and potentially undefined durations, and may be required to obtain and maintain customer required deployment readiness qualifications leading up to potential deployments.WHY JOIN USOpportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.Basic Qualifications:Aerospace Ground Support Equipment (GSE) maintenance experience or commensurate related experience.Proficient in industry standard maintenance practices.Good Communication Verbal skills.Proficient using MS Office Software including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word Outlook.Experience troubleshooting, using engineering drawings and technical data to maintain equipment.Capable of working in hazardous flight line environment.Capable of frequently lifting and/or pushing equipment in excess of 50lbs.Knowledge of industrial and aircraft maintenance safety standards.Candidate must have final Secret clearance.Desired Skills:Ability to speak fluent Japanese considered a plus.Support Equipment (SE) data management experience.Military flight-line maintenance experience.Support Equipment / AGE / GSE maintenance experience.Familiarity with DoD maintenance manuals.Experience with military standard maintenance practices.Professional focused on mission success.Experience in international location supporting aircraft manufacturing operations.Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.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: Non-standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader.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 ProfessionalBusiness Unit: RMSRelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: Product SupportType: Full-TimeShift: First #J-18808-Ljbffr