Missile Mechanic Associate

Lockheed Martin•Kings Bay, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance of higher level personnel, perform tasks associated with the assembly, disassembly, modification, repair, checkout and movement of all types and configurations of new and fleet return Trident II missiles and associated missile components. Perform inspection and related functions involved in quality assurance and acceptance of Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) systems, materials and support equipment at the Strategic Weapons Facility Atlantic (SWFLANT). Knowledge of computer skills to perform work is required. Assist in assembly and disassembly operations involving such functions as mating/de-mating of motors, equipment section and interstage sections; removal and installation of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical components, assemblies and units. Perform inspection of the assembly, disassembly, modification, repair, rework and testing of missile sections, sub-assemblies, complete systems and subsystems; of the receipt, shipment, handling, testing, altering, repairing, reworking and packaging of components and hardware; and of the repairing, fabricating, reworking, altering, modifying, maintenance and testing of support and handling equipment. Approve acceptable parts, tests, etc., and prepare or process documentation as required. Reject items found to be discrepant or unacceptable, and determine reason for rejection as required. Reject items found to be discrepant or unacceptable, and determine reason for rejection as required. Prepare necessary documentation for disposition of such items. Evaluate test data, assembly and refurbishment processes and recommend new methods, processes or procedures to improve quality assurance and quality control. Perform a continuous monitoring of all production and test activities. Assist higher level personnel set up for and perform tests such as electrical continuity, helium leak, motor pressure and propellant grain inspection. Assist in the repair or replacement of malfunctioning units, components or items revealed by tests. Become proficient in operating all equipment required to position major vehicle components and support equipment as required to perform necessary operations. Assist with inspection functions for no Production Partnership (P2) operations. Inspect for proper completion of documentation. Perform blueprint shake of support equipment being altered. Handling and storage requirements of hazardous material and hardware receipt inspections and other inspection activities as required. May perform functions described in lateral or lower rated job descriptions. A pre-employment physical exam, background check and drug screen, and Interim Secret Clearance required prior to start.

Requirements

Possess knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, missile structures and assemblies and shop mathematics.
Possess general knowledge of inspection practices and procedures for acceptance of parts.
Ability to use all types of measuring and inspection tools as required to perform assigned duties.
Ability to work with hazardous material.
Ability to read and interpret Company and customer specifications, procedures and regulations pertaining to the assembly, testing, storage and shipping of complete missiles or their related parts, assemblies and components as well as handling and storage equipment.
Possess mechanical aptitude and the ability to use general purpose hand tools.
Skilled in the use of computers and ability to learn new computer applications.
Ability to obtain and maintain basic certifications required to perform ordnance/explosive processing operations.
Ability to obtain and maintain a respirator certification and maintain certifications/qualifications and/or licenses to perform assigned duties.
-A minimum of interim secret security clearance to perform job function and have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret level security clearance.
-Knowledge of shop math, basic computer skills, and the ability to use all types of measuring/inspection instruments & hand tools
-Must be able to obtain and maintain required licenses/certifications & operate handling/support equipment necessary to perform job tasks
-Ability to obtain and retain Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) certification
-Must be able to climb ladders and lift up to 45 lbs
-Willingness to work swing or grave shift as required
You will need to be a US citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a US DoD Security Clearance to support this government contract.
No Clearance is required to apply.
An Inerim Secret clearance is required prior to start.

Nice To Haves

-Ability to read and interpret Company and customer specifications, procedures and regulations pertaining to the assembly, testing, storage and shipping of missiles or their related parts, assemblies and components as well as handling and storage equipment
-Familiarity with inspection practices and procedures; of operational test methods and of functional test equipment relating to missiles and their components, subsystems, major systems and their integration
-Knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems
-Demonstrated ability to perform in a team environment
-Experience working with or around ordnance
-Strong safety mindset and elementary knowledge of strict procedural compliance
-Good interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

assembly
disassembly
modification
repair
checkout
movement of all types and configurations of new and fleet return Trident II missiles and associated missile components
inspection and related functions involved in quality assurance and acceptance of Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) systems, materials and support equipment
mating/de-mating of motors, equipment section and interstage sections
removal and installation of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical components, assemblies and units
inspection of the assembly, disassembly, modification, repair, rework and testing of missile sections, sub-assemblies, complete systems and subsystems
receipt, shipment, handling, testing, altering, repairing, reworking and packaging of components and hardware
repairing, fabricating, reworking, altering, modifying, maintenance and testing of support and handling equipment
Approve acceptable parts, tests, etc., and prepare or process documentation as required
Reject items found to be discrepant or unacceptable, and determine reason for rejection as required
Prepare necessary documentation for disposition of such items
Evaluate test data, assembly and refurbishment processes and recommend new methods, processes or procedures to improve quality assurance and quality control
Perform a continuous monitoring of all production and test activities
Assist higher level personnel set up for and perform tests such as electrical continuity, helium leak, motor pressure and propellant grain inspection
Assist in the repair or replacement of malfunctioning units, components or items revealed by tests
Become proficient in operating all equipment required to position major vehicle components and support equipment as required to perform necessary operations
Assist with inspection functions for no Production Partnership (P2) operations
Inspect for proper completion of documentation
Perform blueprint shake of support equipment being altered
Handling and storage requirements of hazardous material and hardware receipt inspections and other inspection activities as required
May perform functions described in lateral or lower rated job descriptions