F-35 Support Equipment / Field Support Representative / Nagoya, Japan

Industry: RMS

Company: Lockheed Martin

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed 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 DOING

At 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 WORK
Seeking candidates to fill the position of F-35 Support Equipment (SE) Field Support Representative (FSR) directly supporting the Nagoya Japan Final Assembly and Checkout (FACO) plant with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI).

Foreign Assignment: This position will offer a 2 year assignment to Nagoya, Japan, 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 F-35 FACO in Nagoya, Japan.
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 must be willing and able to travel to the country of Japan and operate at the F-35 FACO Assembly Plant for the duration of 2 years, with possibility of contract extension.

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 FACO. Potential for weekend work may be possible dependent on customer needs.

Relocation: Relocation with family members possible. Details will be briefed to the successful candidate for this position.
Accompanied Status Available: Dependents may accompany successful candidate overseas.

WHY JOIN US

Join Lockheed Martin’s innovative aerospace and defense team, enjoy professional development opportunities, collaborate with bright minds, access competitive benefits, and work with cutting-edge technology on groundbreaking projects.
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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.

EEO

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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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.

Other Important Information

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.

Work Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Washington or Washington DC is $71,000 – $136,000. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $81,600 – $153,800. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.