U-2 Pilot - Skunk Works with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onPalmdale, Los Angeles County, California, United States
About the Team
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our Skunk Works division is home to some of the greatest minds in the industry, truly making us a great place to work. We are committed to empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility, where diverse career opportunities are designed to propel, develop, and boost agility.
About the Role
As a U-2 Pilot with Skunk Works, you will be responsible for testing and operating advanced aircraft to validate performance and support mission readiness. This role exists to ensure that our most sophisticated platforms meet rigorous specifications and operational suitability standards before they are deployed. You will operate models of test aircraft during engineering flight tests, production acceptance, and flight test support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
Your day will involve coordinating flight operations efforts and collaborating closely with engineering teams to approve cockpit configurations and ensure safety standards are met. You may also conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or other personnel aboard to exhibit aircraft performance, flying qualities, and system capabilities. This position offers the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus, allowing you to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love while building a better tomorrow.
Hiring Process & Application
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. 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.
Location & Requirements
This position is based in Palmdale, CA. You must be a U.S. Citizen, as this position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must possess an active Top Secret clearance to start.
Equal Opportunity
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Palmdale, Los Angeles County, California, United States
Palmdale, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleConduct flight tests to verify aircraft compliance with specifications and operational suitability
- check_circleOperate test aircraft during engineering flight tests, production acceptance, and flight-test support
- check_circleApprove cockpit configurations and ensure safety standards are met
- check_circlePerform demonstration flights for customers and government officials to exhibit aircraft performance
- check_circleCoordinate flight operations efforts and collaborate with engineering teams
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. Citizen
- verifiedActive Top Secret security clearance
- verifiedFAA Class I or II medical certificate
- verifiedFAA Commercial Pilot (ME Land, Instrument Airplane) or Airline Transport Pilot certificate
- verifiedValid U.S. passport
- verifiedNo greater than 2 years outside of qualification on the U-2S Dragonlady
Nice to Have
1,000 hours first pilot time. Graduate of a formal Test Pilot School. Experience in all flight test disciplines to include weapons, avionics, and flight sciences. Instructor/training experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disabilitycheck_circle401(k) matchcheck_circleFlexible Spending Accountscheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Education Assistance
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Day-to-day, the U-2 Pilot - Skunk Works with Security Clearance at Lockheed Martin will conduct flight tests to verify aircraft compliance with specifications and operational suitability; operate test aircraft during engineering flight tests, production acceptance, and flight-test support; approve cockpit configurations and ensure safety standards are met; and perform demonstration flights for customers and government officials to exhibit aircraft performance.
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To qualify for the U-2 Pilot - Skunk Works with Security Clearance at Lockheed Martin position, applicants should have: U.S. Citizen; Active Top Secret security clearance; FAA Class I or II medical certificate; FAA Commercial Pilot (ME Land, Instrument Airplane) or Airline Transport Pilot certificate; Valid U.S. passport; and No greater than 2 years outside of qualification on the U-2S Dragonlady.
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