JOB ID: 724649BR
Date posted: Apr. 14, 2026
Description:
Lays out and locates structural components or assemblies in making production assemblies as specified by design changes, working from blueprints or other authorized documents. Performs difficult structural pick-up and/or rework such as removing, replacing or realigning ribs, bulkheads, stringers, or fittings in completed skinned assemblies, or where a considerable portion of the operation consists of reforming, recontouring or refitting to provide an acceptable assembly. Works structural changes which materially alter previous assembly references and practice. Performs trimming, reforming and altering parts and structures as required. Fabricates detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, stiffeners and patches. Performs portable milling operations on wing and center section attaching joints. Must be able to layout and secure coordination of assemblies working to station, water, center, butt, and chord lines shown on engineering documents.
When required, works from blueprints or other authorized documents where complete information is not readily available and/or with inadequate tooling, or without aid of tooling. Works from production, pre- release, check, detail, assembly and installation blueprints, D.A.T.'s sketches or other authorized documents.
Lays out and locates structural components or assemblies in making production installations as specified by design changes, working from blueprints or other authorized documents. Performs such final assembly operations as pick-up and rework on structures and installations, installing shortages, and bringing up all items to latest engineering changes. In addition, makes corrections of a mechanical nature on plumbing, electrical, controls, and power plant installations. Operates controls for free operation and makes corrective adjustments short of operational check-out. Operates landing gear, up locks and down locks, to check for clearance. Completes installation of and fits such items as landing gear doors, flaps, etc. Fits or refits fillets; lays out and installs fillets as required. Fabricates structural items such as clips, brackets, angles, gussets, supports, etc., required.
Improvises shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation as required. Works off sub-assembly and final assembly squawks as required. Must be able to layout and secure coordination of assemblies working to station, water, butt, center and chord lines, shown on engineering documents.
When required, works from blueprints or other authorized documents where complete information is not readily available and/or with inadequate tooling, or without the aid of tooling. Works from production, pre-release, check, detail, assembly and installation blueprints, photographs, charts and diagrams, D.A.T.'s, sketches or other authorized documents.
Works with authorized liaison personnel as necessary to determine satisfactory assembly and installation sequence. Points out need for tooling, parts, or assembly corrections.
May install power plants and propellers when so assigned.
Refers to assembly prints, sketches, specification sheets, planning and other authorized documents to ascertain size, type, and location of rivets and detail components to be assembled. Sets up rivet machine by selecting and installing proper combination drill-countersink or punch-dimple sets and upper and lower anvils in operating head and bottom post. Selects, installs and fills proper size rivet hoppers.
Lays out rivet patterns to scale as required. Recognizes and notifies designated personnel of improper machine functioning. Installs heater blocks and sets specified temperature and dwell time when performing punch-hot dimple-riveting. Performs rework such as drilling out and replacing defective rivets. Performs satisfactorily any function of the Structures Assembler classification as required.
NOTE: Up to six months of experience may be offset by experience in the following areas:
A&P licensed mechanic
GAhourly
Basic Qualifications:
Two years of aircraft sheet metal assembly (riveted structure and installation of functional and/or electrical components) experience or equivalent training. This should include the ability to drill and rivet thin sheet metal and the ability to read and use aircraft detail and assembly blueprints.
OR
Candidates with a completed Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Licenses acquired through completion of accredited courses of study from aeronautical technical institutions with course curriculums such as Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Spartan School of Aeronautics, Embry Riddle, and Aviation Institute of Maintenance of Duluth.
At the start of employment, you will be required to attend a skills training program, and take and pass a performance demonstration test following completion.
Desired Skills:
Aerospace and Defense structural assembly experience
- Basic to Advanced Blue Print Reading
- Use of drill blocks
- Drill holes through thick material
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.
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Experience Level:
Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit:
AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available:
Yes
Career Area:
Manufacturing
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
Second
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