About the Company
At Lockheed Martin Australia, when people are empowered, inspired, and supported, they can achieve extraordinary things. As a leader in national security, Lockheed Martin's innovative and diverse programs create a more secure future for Australia across space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains.
About the Role
Join a high-performing team supporting one of the world's most advanced defence aviation programs. Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking a highly motivated and technically capable Senior Strategic Mission Planner to support F-35 operations at RAAF Base Tindal, under the authority of the Chief Mission Support. This role is critical to the delivery of mission planning capability, ensuring operational readiness through the development, coordination, and support of mission planning activities and systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage mission planning activities and mission planning-related tasks as required
- Deliver mission support settings in accordance with defined operational standards
- Attend and actively participate in mission briefings and debriefings
- Use source data, sensor programming, and weapon profiles to translate mission requirements into effective electronic mission plans
- Support and promote the development of standardised end-to-end mission plans
- Provide technical guidance to support software operations relating to mission planning systems
- Contribute to the development and improvement of training materials and procedures
- Gather, summarise, maintain, and report mission support information accurately
- Participate in customer and stakeholder meetings as required
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across mission planning and operational support functions
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline from a recognised institution and/or equivalent relevant industry experience
- Experience within the defence industry or a related operational environment
- Strong problem-solving and technical analysis skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
- Ability to work within structured operational and security frameworks
Desirable
- Experience supporting mission planning systems or military aviation operations
- Relevant certifications or professional memberships
- Knowledge of F-35 mission systems and operational support environments
- Experience developing technical training or support documentation
Benefits
- Flexible work & Hybrid work options
- Access to an online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
- A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
- Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
- Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development
How to Apply
Veterans are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.