Description:Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Support Team Member (Entry-Level) to build aerospace hardware for multiple spaceflight programs. The candidate should have the ability to work well as a team member, manage and build relationships, follow verbal/written instructions, work with a safety conscious behavior and provide support for both the Michoud Assembly Facility/Stennis Space Flight Center in Mississippi.
They will be expected to prioritize their workload in order to meet deliverable timelines and utilize problem solving techniques to solve machining and process related problems. This position requires a variety of machinist skills to support multiple aerospace programs. The candidate must possess at least 1-2 years of machinist/programmer experience. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of:
• Ability to work independently and as a group with little guidance.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills including verbal, listening, technical writing and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex
• Ability to interpret drawings, and transpose those requirements into programming for CNC Machines.
Basic Qualifications:• Must possess at least 1-2 years of machinist/programmer experience
• Experience in programming and set-up of CNC Machines.
• Experience programming with G-code.
• Experience operating manual/automated lathes, horizontal turning and Bridgeport mills.
• Experience with 3-axis machine set-up and operations.
• Experience Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficient in MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
• Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Desired Skills:• Knowledge of a Mastercam
• Detail oriented and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with development programs and/or conceptual designs
• Experience in creating labor and materials estimates for new work
• Experience utilizing general shop equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, torque wrenches, etc.
• Knowledge of production control system(s) to track product workflow
• Experience working with Government customers
• Bachelor's degree in an associated discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Public Trust
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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.
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
