F35 Training Operations Manager / Kleine Brogel / Belgium

• Candidate must have an active secret clearance with final adjudication within the last five years, and be able to qualify for, acquire, and hold a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Candidate should have flight time in fourth and/or fifth generation fighter aircraft.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft training operations.
• Candidate must have prior experience in delivering military pilot academics and simulator training, and be familiar with current instructional techniques and delivery methods.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams and stakeholders from varied backgrounds.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, excellent leadership traits, strong oral & written communication abilities, solid ability to organize, and a high desire to provide customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and extensive professional experience in managing operations personnel supporting customer mission readiness at dedicated training and operational installations.
• Must be a proven leader with management style aligned to LM core values and Full Spectrum Leadership imperatives.
• Must have experience in evaluating personnel's performance and in completing performance appraisals.
• Use of Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) is required.
• Four year degree from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education, with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with the assignment.
• Deployment and continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the OJT required at Lockheed Martin’s training locations prior to the international assignment.


OCONUS Locale: Kleine Brogel is a tranquil village in the Flemish Region of Belgium, just 15 km from Brussels Airport and about 25 km from the capital. Its strategic location provides an easy commute to Brussels’ international business hub, NATO headquarters, and a network of aerospace and defense companies, while the village itself offers a lower cost of living, spacious housing, and a safe, family friendly environment. Residents benefit from excellent public transport links, a multilingual Dutch English French setting, rich cultural heritage, and convenient access to Belgium’s renowned parks, historic towns, and culinary scene making Kleine Brogel an attractive base for professionals seeking a strong work life balance in a well connected European locale.