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Flight Sim Sys Admin Sr - E3

Lockheed Martin

Cherry Point, NCFull-time$77–143K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$77–143K/yr
Location
Cherry Point, NC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Flight Sim Sys Admin Sr provides technical and operational support for electronic and mechanical devices used in flight simulation training. The role troubleshoots complex IT issues, maintains simulator documentation, administers multi-user computer systems and workstation networks, and supports software installation, performance tuning, backup recovery, and compliance. Lockheed Martin describes benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

IT Troubleshooting, nice to haveSystem Administration, nice to haveNetwork Administration, nice to haveAnalytical Skills, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveCollaboration, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Standard Job Description

THE WORK

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.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as competitive salary offerings.

Basic Qualifications

Desired Skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $76700.00 - $142500.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,150 open Systems Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$77–143K/yr
  • North Carolina median$85–143K/yr21 salary ranges
  • US median$94–150K/yr1,429 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $110K, is close to the North Carolina median midpoint ($111K) — in the middle half of Systems Administrator salary ranges in North Carolina.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 49 open Systems Administrator jobs in North Carolina and 2,150 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in North Carolina
Experience
Systems Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 6 years (1,814 postings).
Education
338 of the 2,150 open Systems Administrator jobs (16%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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