JOB ID: 729563BR
Date posted: May. 27, 2026
Description:
Company Mission & Program Overview
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.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking an
Engineering Aide Sr.
to join the Production Operations (Prod Ops) team in
Courtland, AL
where we produce the next generation missiles, harnesses and chassis for Targets, Hypersonic and Mars vehicles. In this role, you will support the Thermal Protection System application, electro/mech structure assembly, integration and test (AI&T) operations.
Work Schedule: 4x10 (Mon-Thurs)
Shift: 1st Shift (6:00AM - 4:30PM)
This position could require some travel and support to other manufacturing operations.
Summary of Key Duties for this position:
- You will interpret engineer drawings and create work instructions for technicians to support product build.
- Support shop floor technicians in fast passed and dynamic processing environment.
- Resolve work stoppages through equipment support, continuous improvement initiatives, defect disposition, and root cause analysis.
- Create and manage relationships with a multi-disciplined team.
- Conceptualize assembly using strong mechanical aptitudes, understanding of material properties, heat transfer, and structural properties.
- Lead the technical team daily to meet engineering requirements, schedule and cost commitments, and provide production status to leadership.
Basic Qualifications:
- Interim Secret clearance required prior to start with ability to obtain Secret clearance.
- Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and/or define the manufacturing steps to meet all requirements.
- Ability to decipher and follow various engineering specifications.
- Ability to comprehend and follow work instructions.
- General computer skills (i.e. MS Office Suite).
Desired Skills:
- Understanding of aerospace and/or missile vehicles (structures, systems, materials, troubleshooting & maintenance).
- Experience with missile assembly processes: primarily fastener installation, epoxy bonding, ordnance handling, electrical connector mates, and coating applications.
- Familiarity with SAP/VE-CAMS (Qnotes, Routings, Bills of material).
- Technical Associates degree or equivalent manufacturing experience
- Familiarity with defect trending or Statistical Process Control.
- Hands on experience with torque, epoxy bonding, and other missile assembly processes.
- Basic experience in New Process development and experience validating processes for flight applications.
- Understanding of Root Cause Analysis.
- Experience with CPS final integration and TPS processes.
- Familiarity of Aerospace industry standards for quality requirements including AS9100D.
- Strong interpersonal skills both written and verbal.
Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:
Secret
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:
SPACE
Relocation Available:
No
Career Area:
Manufacturing
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
First
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
Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
