F-35 Lightning Simulator Pilot Trainer

BAE Systems; Marham; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an F-35 Lightning II Simulator Operator to deliver training support for squadron pilots. Candidates will provide expert console support, maintain frontline Lightning knowledge, and act as Subject Matter Expert. The role offers significant responsibilities in a collaborative team environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for progression within military aviation instruction. Applicants should have military aviation experience and related qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Health and wellbeing benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience as Military Pilot, WSO/Navigator, or Weapons Controller.
• Experience in military instructional roles on OCU or squadron.
• Experience delivering high-fidelity synthetic training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training support to F-35B Lightning squadron pilots.
• Provide expert IOS console support for simulator sorties.
• Maintain expertise in frontline Lightning tactics.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert for allocated systems.
• Deliver high-fidelity, pilot-specific synthetic training.

Skills

Military aviation experience

Previous F-35 experience

Military Instructional experience

White Force experience

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking an F-35 Lightning II Simulator Operator to deliver training support for squadron pilots. Candidates will provide expert console support, maintain frontline Lightning knowledge, and act as Subject Matter Expert. The role offers significant responsibilities in a collaborative team environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for progression within military aviation instruction. Applicants should have military aviation experience and related qualifications.