Additive Manufacturing Technician

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

5d•$58,300 - $102,810•Onsite

About The Position

You will be an Additive Manufacturing Technician for our Advanced Manufacturing Technologies team in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is responsible for pushing the boundaries of additive manufacturing, and we're looking for a highly motivated and talented individual to join our team. As an Additive Manufacturing Technician, you will be responsible for owning the process for printing, de-powdering, vacuum furnace operation, HIP furnace operation, and build plate post-processing. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our additive manufacturing equipment and processes. We're looking for a highly skilled and motivated Additive Manufacturing Technician to join our team. As a key member of our Advanced Manufacturing Technologies team, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, collaborate with a team of experts, and make a significant contribution to the success of our organization. If you're a talented and detail-oriented individual with a passion for additive manufacturing, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the chance to work on complex and challenging projects, develop new skills, and advance your career in a dynamic and innovative environment. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering degree, or equivalent experience
Ability to obtain a Secret level clearance
Experience in heat treatment, either vacuum furnaces or HIP furnaces, additive experience a plus.
Strong problem-solving and independent thinking skills
Ability to learn quickly on HMIs and manufacturing process documentation.
Comfortable with flexibility in work scope and requirements and good attitude.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in furnaces through Solar or AIP
Experience with heat treatment programs and outcomes
Experience with Aluminum and/or Inconel additive manufacturing or heat treatment
CNC programming and EDM experience

Responsibilities

Running and maintaining the Solar vacuum furnace, including stress relief and aging profiles
Running and maintaining the AIP HIP furnace for multiple materials
Performing build plate resurfacing for large-scale additive build plates, including EDM, surface grinding, and full inspection
Running and maintaining two large-scale additive machines in two materials
Providing updates and tracking on all jobs, consumables, and costs to customers and leadership
Partnering across manufacturing functions to build relationships in downstream and upstream processes