Job Description

Engineering
RAF Valley

About the Role

About the Role


Salary: 39,000 - 48,000 + Excellent Benefits

Working Pattern: 9/75 -with every other Friday off- shift pattern of early and lates.


We have an exciting opportunity based at our customer site RAF Valley for a Flight Simulator Engineer.



At Lockheed Martin we'll provide you with meaningful work and education opportunities that will allow you to develop your skills and enhance your career with us, but equally important you can also enjoy a strong work life balance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to enable you to live a healthy fulfilling life in and outside of work.



You will work on ground based training equipment at RAF Valley on the basic flying training squadrons. You will work on preparing the simulators for use each day, preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis and rectification, installation of upgrades and modifications, liaising with the customer.



Main duties and responsibilities:Conduct thorough system checks, diagnostics, calibration, and testing to maintain accurate simulation performance and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with engineering, software development, and other cross-functional teams to implement upgrades, enhancements, and new features into the simulator systems. carry out troubleshooting efforts, utilizing a systematic approach to diagnose and address complex technical issues related to hardware, software, avionics, electronics, and mechanics. Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, repairs, upgrades, and documentation related to maintenance procedures and processes. Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and industry standards in all maintenance and operational activities, liaising with regulatory bodies as necessary. Provide technical support and guidance to instructors, trainees, and staff members regarding simulator systems, maintenance practices, and operational procedures. Stay current with emerging technologies, trends, and regulations in the flight simulation industry, applying relevant knowledge to enhance maintenance practices. Collaborate with procurement to manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment required for maintenance and repairs.

Required skills, qualifications and experience

Proven experience in flight simulation .

Excellent IT / computing skills (Software & Hardware)



5 years experience in Flight Simulation or related field.

Job Reference Number

17878BR

Employee Type

Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Working Schedule

9/75

Shift work details

earlies 0630-1400, lates 1330 - 2230. 9/75

Country

United Kingdom (UK)

Clearance Required for Role

BPSS, SC

Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?

No

What we offer you

At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.

We are an employer in support of and offering

Flexible working

with the option to also work a

4 day week

depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.

We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:

Private Medical Insurance Competitive Pension Dental Critical Illness Life Assurance Travel Insurance Employee discounts for top high street shops Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes Reimbursement for a professional membership Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave

Business Environment

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world's leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com.

Job Expires

11/11/2025