Job ID: 690302BR Date posted: Apr. 09, 2025
Description:Who We Are:
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we're taking innovation to the next level. From designing the most advanced air vehicle to designing aircraft that defy gravity, our engineers live on the cutting edge of technology. Never have the opportunities for a technical career been so limitless.

Why Lockheed Martin:
At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics we value your unique skills and expertise, and we aim to give back continuously by offering a wide variety of benefits and amenities to help our employees live flexible, healthy, and fulfilling lives at and outside of work. Some of our team’s favorite perks include:
• The promotion of Work Life Balance
• A competitive 401k match and bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical/Dental/Life Insurance
• Long term stability

The Challenge:
Crave a challenge that is also rewarding? This is an operational support role to Production and Depot operations. You will be responsible for the security and integrity of systems that keep our jets flying.

Special Requirements:
This position will support the F35 Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) Program. The successful candidate will serve as an ALIS Multifunctional Systems Administrator responsible for all aspects of the ALIS system. You will be working face to face with Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries personnel to ensure the success of the Japan Final Assembly and Check-Out (FACO) and Maintenance Upgrade and Overhaul (MUO) missions.

In the role of Multifunctional Administrator, you will be called upon to know the following aspects of ALIS Administration - Systems, Networks, Database, and Security. You will expect to be an expert in at least one of these four disciplines and then cross train across the others to become an expert in all areas of ALIS administration.

This is an expat position located at Nagoya Japan. The assignment is a minimum of two years with the possibility of extending beyond that. Nagoya, capital of Japan’s Aichi Prefecture, is a manufacturing and shipping hub in central Honshu. The city and its surrounding region are filled with a wealth of attractions including historical castles, delicious food, scenic rail journeys, exciting theme parks, and some of Japan’s best museums.

The successful candidate must be a good communicator with strong organizational skills, a self-starter, have the ability to make timely decisions, and be willing to learn all facets of the ALIS System. This position will be part of the larger Interim Contractor Support (ICS) Administrator infrastructure at an existing F-35 location.

You must:
• Be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance required for program access
• Be willing and able to travel for military deployments/detachments (ship and/or shore) for periods of time dependent upon operational needs.
• Be capable of working various shift hours to include weekends to support customer mission requirements.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
o Expected to progress towards Subject Matter Expertise (SME) / Craftsman level capabilities and
take the lead in resolution of technical matters
o Primary Customer contact
o Primary interface with LM technical support
o Interacting daily with users and acting as a SME for the ALIS/ODIN product suite
o Backups, restores, and disaster recovery of systems/databases/network equipment
o System/software/firewall/account maintenance and monitoring
o Conducting Security Audits
o Configuring Network devices and troubleshooting Network issues
o Installing approved system wide software, allocating mass storage space and
o Maintaining smooth, secure operation of ALIS/ODIN through coordination with peers, Tier 2
NASC and Engineers
o Reviewing processes/procedures, collect system operational data for engineering analysis
Basic Qualifications:
• The candidate must hold either a Secret security clearance with investigation within the last 6 years (or be enrolled in the Continuous Verification Program)

• The candidate must hold a current DoD IAT Level II certification (Security+, CySA+, or CCNA)

• The Candidate must have hands on experience administering IT Networks

• The Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills

• The Candidate must have prior experience working as an F-35 ALIS Database, Systems, Security or Network Administrator

• The Candidate must have proven Windows Enterprise Server Systems Administration experience and a working knowledge of Active Directory (AD)

• The Candidate must have proven experience troubleshooting network and systems issues in a client-server environment

• Candidate must be willing to deploy to international locations if called upon to do so.

• Candidate must hold a valid US Passport and Driver's license
Desired Skills:
• It is highly desired that the candidate hold current F-35 Special Access Program Facility access.

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 5 years of professional experience; or 3years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.

• For this position, its highly recommended that the candidate have at least 2 years experience working as an F-35 Autonomous Logistics Information System (ALIS) Administrator

• Previously residency in a non-US location where English is not the primary language spoken

• Japanese language skills are preferred, but not mandatory

• Prior experience working at a FACO or MROU/depot facility

• Hands on experience as a Systems, Database, Network, or Security Administrator working with the military in high OPTEMPO situations

• Proven experience working with SPLUNK AND/OR Proven experience working with SQL AND/OR Proven Experience Configuring and Troubleshooting Network Appliances

• LINUX REDHAT Certification or Cisco CCNA

• A background working on a Fighter Program with familiarity of aircraft logistics, supply and/or maintenance.

• Prior experience working with the Japan Air Self Defense force or Japan Maritime Self Defense Force.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Information Technology
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First