Experienced Composite/Layup Technician

Lockheed Martin Space is hiring a Composite Technician to work at the Littleton, CO facility. Responsibilities Working from engineering drawings, written work instructions, and process specifications to assemble structural and precision mechanical components in a shop environment. Installation and torquing of fasteners, drilling, installation of rivets, adhesive bonding, measurement and shimming interfaces to close tolerances. Aerospace paint, aerospace primer, and other aerospace coating application using spray, brush, and swab techniques. Surface preparation using grit blast, hand abrasion, and power abrasion techniques. Prepreg and wet layup fabrication techniques, including vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing. Tooling fabrication from various materials such as aluminum, composites, and wood. Operating small shop power tools (saws, routers, sanders, and grinders). Operating machine shop equipment (mill, lathe, table saw, band saw, etc.). Assembly of composite structures including setup, bonding, and fastener applications. Operation of measuring devices such as calipers, height gauges, micrometers, and torque wrenches. Basic Qualifications Minimum of 7 years experience working with composite manufacturing, including layup and bonding operations with pre-preg composites and multiple adhesives. Experience leading teams of 3 or more on production projects. Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with the proper use of mechanical hand tools and power tools. Experience using industry machinery such as power shears, drill press, and band saw. Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience working in collaboration with multiple areas to achieve objectives. Extensive experience working with autoclaves and composite curing vessels. Previous experience working with 2‑part adhesives, including mixing, measuring, documenting usage, and testing final cure. Desired Skills Composite oven recipe writing highly desired. Familiarity with composite ply cut machinery such as a Zund or similar. Overhead crane operation experience. Past experience working in an aerospace or space environment. Aircraft & Powerplant license or similar professional certifications. Clearance Level: None Pay Rate The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $62,200 - $109,710. For states not referenced above, the salary range will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Holidays Washington state specific accrual of Paid Time Off and holiday hours Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Experience Level: Hourly/Non‑Exempt Business Unit: SPACE Relocation Available: No Career Area: Manufacturing Type: Full‑Time Shift: First #J-18808-Ljbffr