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Lockheed Martin Corporation

$27 - $35.50/hr

You will be the F-35 Aircraft Mechanic for the 308 AMU team which is responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of F35 aircraft at Luke AFB, AZ. What You Will Be Doing As the F-35 Aircraft ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

$27 - $35.50/hr

You will be the F-35 Aircraft Mechanic for a team which is responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of F35 aircraft at Luke AFB, AZ. What You Will Be Doing: As the F-35 Aircraft Mechanic ...

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How much do f35 jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for f35 in the United States is $31.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an F-35 job?

An F-35 job typically refers to a role associated with the development, maintenance, or operation of the F-35 Lightning II, a fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. These jobs can include positions in engineering, manufacturing, logistics, avionics, software development, and military operations. Many roles are available within defense contractors like Lockheed Martin, government agencies, or the armed forces. Positions may require security clearances and specialized training due to the advanced technology involved.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the F35 position, and why are they important?

To excel as an F-35 Pilot, you need a military aviation background, completion of rigorous pilot training programs, and qualifications on high-performance jet aircraft. Familiarity with F-35 systems, avionics, advanced radar, and simulation-based mission planning tools is crucial. Strong decision-making under pressure, teamwork, and effective communication are key soft skills in this role. Mastering these skills ensures safe and effective mission execution in complex and demanding operational environments.

What jobs pay $500,000 a year in the US?

High-paying jobs such as senior executives, specialized surgeons, and successful entrepreneurs can earn $500,000 or more annually. Certain roles in finance, technology, and law, especially with bonuses, stock options, or ownership stakes, also reach this level. These positions typically require advanced skills, extensive experience, and often significant responsibility or risk.

What is the F35s job?

The F-35 is a fighter aircraft used by military forces for air superiority, ground attack, and reconnaissance missions. Its job involves advanced stealth, sensor fusion, and multirole capabilities to perform a variety of combat operations. The aircraft requires specialized training and maintenance to operate effectively in military environments.

What jobs in the US pay 300,000 a year?

High-paying jobs that can reach or exceed $300,000 annually include specialized roles such as senior corporate executives, investment bankers, anesthesiologists, and certain technology executives. These positions often require advanced degrees, extensive experience, and strong leadership or technical skills. Compensation varies based on industry, location, and individual performance.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an F-35 Pilot?

As an F-35 Pilot, your daily routine often includes mission planning, pre-flight briefings, simulator training, and flying operational or training sorties. You will work closely with maintenance crews to ensure aircraft readiness and collaborate with other pilots and command staff to execute coordinated missions. Debriefings, continuous tactical training, and staying up-to-date on new systems and procedures are common aspects of the job. This dynamic schedule demands adaptability and strong attention to detail to ensure safety and mission success.

Who works on the F-35?

The F-35 program involves a team of aerospace engineers, aircraft technicians, pilots, and defense contractors who design, manufacture, and maintain the aircraft. These professionals typically have backgrounds in aeronautical engineering, avionics, and military aviation, and often hold specialized certifications. They work in military, government, and private sector facilities to ensure the aircraft's operational readiness.
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Infographic showing various F35 job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $65,130 per year, or $31.3 per hour.
F-35 Program Manager - 26640

F-35 Program Manager - 26640

Huntington Ingalls Industries

Arlington, VA • On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Requisition Number: 27043
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $145,317.00 - $175,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Management
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Job Description
HII Mission Technologies Corp. (HII MTC) is seeking an F-35 Program Manager to oversee our work for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office (F-35 JPO) in Arlington, Virginia. Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in DoD acquisition, F-35 JPO experience, and experience/knowledge of aircraft development, production, and sustainment.
Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Oversee cost, schedule, performance, risk, and other programmatic aspects of assigned projects to ensure program requirements and customer expectations are met including continual assessment of F-35 program risks and opportunities to address customer risks, challenges, information & technology needs, and address aircraft degraders.
  • Management and monitoring of a multi-disciplined team including identifying areas of improvement when necessary.
  • Monitor supply chain risks, coordinate procurement strategies, and ensure acquisition requirements are consistent with aircraft production requirements.
  • Oversee contract administrative functions including Performance Incentive Fee (PIF) allotments, Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) agreements, delivery status notification, input to priorities and allocations process, and staffing of formal Contract Change Proposal (CCP) and Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) concurrence.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 8 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant progressive experience.
  • Experience/background in DoD Acquisition.
  • Understanding of aircraft development, production, and sustainment.
  • Understanding of the PPBE process.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to prepare documents and brief senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Experience leading a diverse team and ability to delegate and provide consistent expectations of team.
  • Clearance: An active secret security clearance or higher is required (at the time of application and consideration)

Physical Requirements
May be required to visit job site in an industrial or shipboard environment. Normally not required to lift more than 40 pounds higher than three feet above feet/floor level.
HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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