Description: This requisition is for two Site Lead positions, to support operations at Nyutabaru and Komatsu Air Bases in Japan.

　　The Site Lead will be the single-point of contact to oversee all on-site F-35 contractor support operations, either at Nyutabaru Air Base or Komatsu Air Base and will be the primary customer liaison to Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF) leadership at each location. As such, the Site Lead will communicate customer priorities and needs to the Lightning Support Center (LSC) and to key Program Management personnel to resolve critical maintenance and supply issues.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　• Site Lead reports to the AFS Field Operations West Lead and maintains close coordination with the Global Fleet Support team in the management of Performance Based Logistics requirements.

　　• The Site Lead will have overall responsibility for on-site contractor technical services, Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS), training system support, and sustainment spares warehouse liaison services.

　　• Additionally, the Site Lead will work closely with the on-site Pratt & Whitney Field Service Engineers to ensure all F135 support impacts are resolved in a timely and efficient manner. As part of these responsibilities, he/she will manage project / support resources in compliance with cost goals and operating budgets and maintain a sustained growth of technical and professional competence of the on-site support team.

　　• The Site Lead will be responsive to the operational and support concerns of JASDF leadership either at Nyutabaru Air Base or Komatsu Air Base and ensure responsive support is provided by contractor support activities.

　　• Management tasks include, but are not limited to, oversight of all on-site contractor activities, planning and scheduling of on-site team work assignments (including potential contractor deployment packages), enforcement of safety and physical security procedures and directives, and management of labor charges and administrative documentation.

　　• The Site Lead will ensure personnel compliance with program, company, and government agency policies and procedures and coordinate staffing and training requirements.

　　• Must be willing to work any shift, and weekends.

　　Some travel may be required.

　　• Candidates must be willing and able to deploy worldwide as necessary with Customer personnel to hazardous duty location.

　　• US Department of Defense (DoD) mandated vaccinations may be required. Selected candidates must pass an overseas physical examination.

　　• Applicants must be a United States citizen. Must possess a Final Secret Clearance prior to starting. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

　　aeroafs

　　oconusreq

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:

　　• Minimum 10 years of aircraft ops/maintenance

　　experience. At least 7 of those years must

　　include fighter ops/maintenance experience.

　　• Demonstrated experience working and

　　interacting with senior management within unit

　　operations and maintenance communities.

　　• Fighter aircraft maintenance and operations

　　leadership experience.

　　• Working knowledge of F-35 maintenance and

　　operations.

　　• Experience leading a diverse workforce.

　　• Demonstrated experience managing product / system engineering support.

　　• Basic understanding of managing cost and schedule using Earned Value Management (EVM) or similar budget system.

　　Desired Skills:

　　The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:

　　• Candidate should possess a broad military aircraft support background and advanced interpersonal and communication skills to be effective in a high tempo operational environment.

　　• Ability to effectively communicate with supporting companies (Pratt & Whitney, NGC, Rolls-Royce, etc.) and local base authorities critical for success.

　　• Prior military or civilian equivalent operational maintenance & logistics experience desirable; specifically organizational and intermediate maintenance experience.

　　• Should be considered an expert authority in the

　　maintenance, operations, and support disciplines.

　　• Interim Contractor Support (ICS) experience to include retrofit management desirable. Familiarity with the F-35 logistics, autonomic logistics information system (ALIS), technical publications approach and supportable low observable support concept beneficial.

　　• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college.

　　• Some familiarity with Japanese language.

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

　　Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years

　　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: 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 Professional

　　Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

　　Relocation Available: Possible

　　Career Area: Product Support

　　Type: Full-Time

　　Shift: First