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Technician Sr - N2

Lockheed Martin · Littleton, COtoday
$47k – $88k

Fabricate and assemble composite aerospace structures via layup, bonding, curing, and coating.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on composite fabrication for space hardware, with autoclave curing and precision assembly.

Might not be for you. Shop-floor production role with physical demands and no R&D scope.

Mostly at the benchHands-on execution BS acceptable

Adjacent materials roleComposite manufacturing including layup operations, insert bonding, final bag application, composite curing operations including autoclaves

Seniority
Technician
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Industry
Aerospace
Role
Manufacturing / Production
Benefits
Education AssistanceFlexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)

Role details

Standard Job Description The coolest jobs on this planet… or any other… are with Lockheed Martin Space. Lockheed Martin is a pioneer, partner, innovator and builder. Our amazing people are on a mission to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the worlds’ hardest engineering problems. Are you looking for a growth opportunity where you can contribute to a very important mission? Come and be part of our team in the dynamic world of Lockheed Martin Space. We are seeking a Composite Technician to work at our Littleton, CO site.

Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas. Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems. Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format. Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions. Exclude technicians working in production or quality assurance. Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Key Duties for this position will include: • Working from engineering drawings, written work instructions and process specifications to assemble structural and precision mechanical components in a shop environment. • Installation and torquing of fasteners, drilling, installation of rivets, adhesive bonding, measurement and shimming interfaces to close tolerances. • Aerospace paint, aerospace primer and other aerospace coating application using spray, brush, swab techniques. • Surface prep, using grit blast, hand abrade and power abrasion techniques. • Prepreg and wet layup fabrication techniques, including vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing. • Tooling fabrication from various materials such as aluminum, composites, and wood. • Working with small shop power tools (saws, routers, sanders, and grinders). • Machine shop equipment operation (mill, lathe, table saw, band saw, etc.). • Assembly of composite structures including setup, bonding, and fastener applications. • Operation of measuring devices such as calipers, height gages, micrometers, and torque wrenches.

Basic Qualifications

- Experience working composite manufacturing including layup operations utilizing rosette, insert bonding, final bag application, out time record keeping, composite curing operations including autoclaves. - Ability to read and understand engineering drawings - Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with the proper usage of mechanics hand tools and power tools. - Understanding of composites fabrication Desired Skills Aircraft & Powerplant license or similar professional certifications. Experience in aircraft/aerospace assembly and process equipment (oven) programming/operation. Past experience working in an aerospace or space environment.

Experience working with bonding adhesives installing cups, spools, or inserts in composite structures. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $47100.00 - $87500.00 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.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Technician Sr - N2 role at Lockheed Martin?

The listed annual base salary range is $47K–$88K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Lockheed Martin sponsor H-1B visas?

Lockheed Martin has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Technician Sr - N2 role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Technician Sr - N2 role at Lockheed Martin based?

This role is based in Littleton, CO.

What degree is required for the Technician Sr - N2 role at Lockheed Martin?

This role requires a Not specified.

What polymers or materials does this Technician Sr - N2 role work with?

Composites, Prepreg, Adhesives/sealants.

What techniques or methods are required for this Technician Sr - N2 role?

Calipers, Micrometers, Torque wrenches, Height gages.