JOB ID: 735093BR
Date posted: Jul. 16, 2026
Description:
This occupation performs the scope of complete aircraft assembly at all stages of production prior to flight line operations. An employee in this position may perform a wide variety of operations across multiple skill sets with highly concurrent assembly of aircraft structures, systems installations, and verifications.
This occupation requires performing the complete assembly, installation, and integral mating of structural components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies. This includes rework, repair, and incorporation of design changes during major component assembly, mate, and final assembly.
Works from detail, assembly, and installation blueprints, production illustrations, 3D models, planning, or other authorized documents.
Works with authorized personnel as necessary to determine satisfactory assembly and installation sequence and to build completely the subassemblies and assemblies accordingly. Points out need for tooling, parts, or assembly corrections as needed.
Installs Full-Size Determinant Assembly (FSDA) and non-FSDA structural assemblies and sub-assemblies on aircraft or aircraft components. Performs electrical bonding checks where required according to applicable specifications.
Installs electrical and electronics wire harnesses on aircraft or aircraft components. Performs system verification where required according to applicable instructions.
Installs tubing and plumbing lines on aircraft or aircraft components. Performs system verification where required according to applicable instructions.
Installs avionics systems and line replaceable units (LRU) on aircraft or aircraft components. Performs software loads where required. Performs system verification where required according to applicable instructions.
Installs aircraft power plant systems on aircraft or aircraft components. Performs system verification where required according to applicable instructions.
Installs flight test instrumentation (FTI) and ground test instrumentation (GTI) on aircraft or aircraft components. Performs system verification where required according to applicable instructions.
Performs sealing operations at the structural, tubing, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical level.
Reworks and repairs details, assemblies, and installations where required. Takes corrective action of electrical and mechanical nature on structural, tubing, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, controls, avionics, and power plant installations where required.
Performs design validation test (DVT) on major production, prototype, new, recurring, or modified electronic or mechanical systems prior to or after installation on the aircraft.
Performs satisfactorily a diverse set of assembly tasks which may include the assembly and system validation of pre-drilled assemblies and pre-built wire harnesses from step-by-step model-based work instructions.
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Basic Qualifications:
1. Two (2) years of Aircraft structures and/or aircraft electrical experience. Ability to pass a company facilitated entrance MMT exam is required.
OR
2. Two (2) years of experience as an A&P Licensed Aircraft Mechanic and a passing score on the company facilitated entrance MMT exam is required.
You will be required to attend skills training, and take and pass a performance demonstration test following completion. Failure to pass the testing may result in employment termination.
Positions requiring DOD and/or Program clearances require the ability to obtain and retain clearances at their required levels.
Desired Skills:
Aircraft structural installation & fabrication
Wire routing/termination, harnesses
Avionics
Clearance Level:
None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression 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.
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.
Experience Level:
Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit:
AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Assembly/Laborers
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
Second
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
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