C-5M Flight Engineer

Lockheed Martin; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Life Insurance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a C-5M Flight Engineer to deliver critical flight-test expertise across development, validation, and training initiatives.

You will perform duties on developmental ground/flight tests, operator training, and classroom instruction, with opportunities to contribute to flight-manual updates and courseware development.

Qualifications

• Must have 1000 hours minimum experience as a C-5 Flight Engineer.
• C-5M Flight Engineer Instructor Certification required.
• FAA Class II Medical required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as a C-5M Flight Engineer on developmental, flight-test and ferry missions.
• Conduct joint aircraft operations with AMC, AFMC and AFRC aircrews.
• Serve as SME for the C-5M program on ground and flight operations.

Skills

Flight test experience

In-flight operations

Instruction delivery

Cross-service coordination

Education

C-5M Flight Engineer Instructor Certification

FAA Class II Medical

Job description

Job Description :

What You Will Be Doing

As the C-5M Flight Engineer you will be responsible for delivering critical flight-test expertise across development, validation, and training initiatives.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Perform duties as a C-5M Flight Engineer supporting Developmental Ground and Flight Tests, Functional Check Flights (FCF), Acceptance Check Flights (ACF) and ferry missions.
• Conduct joint aircraft operations with AMC, AFMC and AFRC aircrews.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for the C-5M program on both ground and flight operations.
• Provide instructor duties in classrooms, simulators, and on aircraft.
• Support training courseware development and flight-manual updates.

What's In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative, detail-oriented aerospace professional with a proven track record in flight-test environments. Your expertise in aircraft systems, instructional delivery, and cross-service coordination makes you a standout candidate ready to drive mission-critical programs forward.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must possess an active Secretclearance to start.

Provides support as aircraft Weapons System Operator, Flight Engineer, Navigator, Loadmaster or other defined aircrew position on company aircraft. Supports developmental, engineering and production flight tests to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability. Acts as instructor aircrew for training of aircrew during syllabus training flights and may conduct classroom training of customer aircrew. Provides support to demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or other personnel aboard to exhibit aircraft systems performance and capabilities. Provides aircrew input and support to developmental and engineering teams, training, customer support and marketing teams regarding aircrew interfaces. Provides engineering and pilot input to training, customer support and marketing team.

Basic Qualifications

• 1000 hours minimum experience as a C-5 Flight Engineer
• C-5M Flight Engineer Instructor Certification
• FAA Class II Medical

Desired Skills

• C-5M Functional Check Flight experience
• C-5M Flight Engineer Evaluator Certification
• FAA Flight Engineer Certificate
• Developmental or Operational Flight Test experience
• FAA Airframe and Power Plant License

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow - both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.