Onsite Propulsion SME Technician – C-130J Field Support

Lockheed Martin; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a senior propulsion subject-matter expert to provide on-site technical support for the C‑130J fleet at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. You will act as the primary liaison for propulsion‑related maintenance, inspection, logistics, and operational matters, ensuring safe and optimal aircraft performance.

The role requires diagnosing engine, nacelle, and accessory issues, reviewing maintenance actions, coordinating spare parts, and delivering hands-on training to

Qualifications

• 5+ years with C-130J or comparable propulsion systems.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.
• Strong communication skills and proactive problem solving.
• Willingness to relocate and live on-base for contract duration.

Responsibilities

• Act as propulsion SME for the C-130J, diagnosing engine, nacelle, and accessory issues on-site.
• Review and approve daily maintenance actions, ensuring compliance with OEM manuals and procedures.
• Coordinate logistics for propulsion spare parts, maintain inventory, and forecast needs.
• Deliver hands-on training and technical briefings to customer technicians and pilots.
• Ensure all work follows safety regulations and Lockheed Martin quality standards.
• Serve as primary contact for propulsion queries and audit readiness.

Skills

C-130J propulsion

Clearance eligibility

Technical communication

Relocation to remote base

On-site liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lockheed Martin is seeking a senior propulsion subject-matter expert to provide on-site technical support for the C‑130J fleet at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. You will act as the primary liaison for propulsion‑related maintenance, inspection, logistics, and operational matters, ensuring safe and optimal aircraft performance.

The role requires diagnosing engine, nacelle, and accessory issues, reviewing maintenance actions, coordinating spare parts, and delivering hands-on training to