Level 3 Mechanisms Assembly Technician Spec

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

About Lockheed Martin Space: 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. -- Assemble, align, and fit complex mechanical, electromechanical, and other spacecraft components such as hinges, actuators, deployment systems, linkage assemblies, etc. Follow detailed engineering drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing work instructions. Perform in‑process inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with stringent cleanliness, configuration‑control, and aerospace quality standards. Utilize specialized hand and power tools (drill presses, pin presses, torque wrenches, durometers, multimeters, etc.) and maintain tool calibration records. Troubleshoot hardware anomalies Work within cleanroom environments, adhering to strict contamination‑control procedures and wearing appropriate cleanroom garments. Collaborate closely with manufacturing engineers, material resource planners, and quality assurance personnel to resolve issues. Basic Qualifications A strong desire to learn and develop basic skills within the technician job scope, with the ability to demonstrate learning agility and pass both written and hands-on certification requirements. A basic understanding and ability to read engineering and installation drawings, including the ability to interpret and apply information from these drawings. Understanding and safe use of hand tools Ability to work in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency. Must be able to work flexible shifts, provide after-hours support, and work overtime as required to meet production demands. Ability to use and understand calibrated hand tools and equipment Ability to work in a clean environment that involves wearing smocks and gloves for extended periods of time, including working at flow benches to assemble very precise mechanisms. Physical Requirements: - Ability to stand for extended periods of time - Ability to lift and move equipment and tools as needed - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions - Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as smocks, gloves, and safety glasses as required. Ability to pass written and hands-on certification requirements for technician role Desired skills Proven experience with performing assembling mechanisms in a quality-controlled environment, with a strong focus on attention to detail and adherence to regulatory standards. Proficiency in interpreting and working with engineering drawings, schematics, and manufacturing work instructions to ensure accurate and efficient assembly processes. Possession of a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License, demonstrating expertise in aircraft inspections and repair. Familiarity with light manual machining techniques, with the ability to create shop aids and tools to support build efforts, is highly desirable. Experience with electrical harness assembly, requires high manual dexterity, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in interpreting schematics to cut, strip, crimp, and route wires. 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. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Other Important Information 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.

Requirements

A strong desire to learn and develop basic skills within the technician job scope, with the ability to demonstrate learning agility and pass both written and hands-on certification requirements.
A basic understanding and ability to read engineering and installation drawings, including the ability to interpret and apply information from these drawings.
Understanding and safe use of hand tools
Ability to work in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
Must be able to work flexible shifts, provide after-hours support, and work overtime as required to meet production demands.
Ability to use and understand calibrated hand tools and equipment
Ability to work in a clean environment that involves wearing smocks and gloves for extended periods of time, including working at flow benches to assemble very precise mechanisms.
Physical Requirements: - Ability to stand for extended periods of time - Ability to lift and move equipment and tools as needed - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions - Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as smocks, gloves, and safety glasses as required.
Ability to pass written and hands-on certification requirements for technician role

Nice To Haves

Proven experience with performing assembling mechanisms in a quality-controlled environment, with a strong focus on attention to detail and adherence to regulatory standards.
Proficiency in interpreting and working with engineering drawings, schematics, and manufacturing work instructions to ensure accurate and efficient assembly processes.
Possession of a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License, demonstrating expertise in aircraft inspections and repair.
Familiarity with light manual machining techniques, with the ability to create shop aids and tools to support build efforts, is highly desirable.
Experience with electrical harness assembly, requires high manual dexterity, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency in interpreting schematics to cut, strip, crimp, and route wires.

Responsibilities

Assemble, align, and fit complex mechanical, electromechanical, and other spacecraft components such as hinges, actuators, deployment systems, linkage assemblies, etc.
Follow detailed engineering drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing work instructions.
Perform in‑process inspections and quality checks to ensure compliance with stringent cleanliness, configuration‑control, and aerospace quality standards.
Utilize specialized hand and power tools (drill presses, pin presses, torque wrenches, durometers, multimeters, etc.) and maintain tool calibration records.
Troubleshoot hardware anomalies
Work within cleanroom environments, adhering to strict contamination‑control procedures and wearing appropriate cleanroom garments.
Collaborate closely with manufacturing engineers, material resource planners, and quality assurance personnel to resolve issues.