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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Flight Sim Sys Admin / F-35 / Amendola, Italy - **Company:** Lockheed Martin - **Location:** Orlando, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $85,300.0 - $158,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Backup Devices, Software Documentation, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Disaster Recovery, Domain Name System (DNS), Hard Disk Drives, Hyper-V, Network Troubleshooting, Linux Servers, Network Administration, SAP (Applications), Enterprise Software Applications, Virtual Computing, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, User Accounts - **Published:** October 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9237698/flight-sim-sys-admin-f-35-amendola-italy ## About the Role Must have experience working in environments requiring interaction with multiple functional areas and personnel of diverse backgrounds Position requires flexible work schedule to provide coverage for on-site customer requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances Deployment and continued employment contingent upon successful completion of required OJT at Lockheed Martin training locations prior to international assignment, * Candidates must have a Final Transferable Secret security clearance, last Periodic Reinvestigation must be within the last six years. * Candidates Must be able to attain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access. * Experience in an environment which required interaction with multiple functional areas and personnel of a diverse nature. * Knowledge and experience with simulation hardware and software. * Ability to read and use technical schematics, drawings and manuals along with other technical materials to resolve complex problems. * Candidate must be willing to support flexible work hours to align with customer operational schedule. * Candidate must have a current Security+ certificate or able to acquire a Security + certification within 3 months of hire date. Desired Skills * Bachelor's degree. * Current or Previous F-35 Training Device Experience in the Full Mission Simulator (FMS) and/or Mission Rehearsal Trainer (MRT) or experience in a training/modeling and simulation environment. * Network troubleshooting and maintenance experience. * Experience working in classified/access controlled facilities. * Currently possess a current Security + certificate. * System Administration of Windows and/or Linux server environments. * Experience with Disaster Recovery methods / cloning / backup solutions. * Experience with Hyper-V / Deploying VHDs / Virtual Computing. * Experience with Active Directory / DHCP / DNS / File Shares. * Knowledge of military publications and an understanding of fourth and/or fifth generation aircraft training operations. * Previous experience coordinating with program SMEs, engineers and field service technicians. ## Description This long-term deployment opportunity involves supporting training operations for the Italian Air Force and Navy at Amendola AB, Italy. The successful candidate will sustain, maintain, and operate F-35 training devices in a foreign military environment., Install components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, and customer facilities Perform, conduct, and document preventive maintenance checks on devices and associated subsystems Update maintenance data collection records and assist with installation and check-out of equipment modifications Maintain simulation devices to meet availability specifications Apply technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting design drawings, manuals, and simulator documents Assist with installations, testing, and maintenance of F-35 software packages Isolate and report malfunctions and discrepancies to the lowest definable levels Document and maintain cabling schemes and drawings Establish and perform maintenance programs following company and vendor standards Implement and support Lockheed Martin initiatives, programs, and policies as directed Team Collaboration: Work closely with other Lockheed Martin training team members on site to fulfill F-35 training objectives Collaborate with diverse functional areas and personnel across multiple disciplines Security & Compliance: Comply with site security and access control procedures per F-35 program and customer requirements Sanitize all classified media (circuit cards, disk storage devices, etc.) to the LRU per established F-35 and customer procedures Obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access, Provides technical and operational services to support electronic and mechanical devices used for training personnel under simulated flying conditions. Troubleshoots complex technical IT problems and issues, determines technical solution. Maintains simulator documentation to include drawings, instructions, parts and software listings, by keeping them current, edited, and revised for future releases. Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, sets up administrator and user accounts, maintains current system documentation, tunes system performance, installs system wide software, and allocates mass storage space. Performs workstation Network Administration on all networks and ensures compliance to include upgrading, patching, and conducting weekly AV installs. Monitors policies and standards for all locations related to the use of computing resources and coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.