TPS Applications Technician

Description: TPS Applications Technician (Mixing, Molding, Bonding & Spraying) - Under the direction of program supervision or higher graded employees, perform assigned tasks in multiple operations as specified in respective manufacturing process plans related to the formulating, compounding, bonding, packaging, and processing of numerous insulative/ablative materials.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

1. Perform and/or assisting higher graded employees with operations in the manufacturing, processing, and application of various thermal protection coatings working from process plans, manufacturing procedures, and/or engineering drawings and other pertinent data.

2. Perform duties of material processing and application includes the bonding, assembly, testing, and packaging of numerous ablative products

3. Duties in material formulation and compounding include the compounding of hazardous ablative materials in various mixers.

4. Perform weighing and transportation operations of both hazardous and non-hazardous materials used in the formulations of end products.

5. Operates multiple types of manufacturing mixing equipment such as planetary, conical and high shear mixers used in the compounding of products.

6. Perform application of manufactured products through spray or molding processes

7. Perform and/or assisting higher graded employees in testing of products to verify property conformance to established requirements.

8. Record all pertinent data on applicable documents to maintain total traceability of materials

and test results.

This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Basic Qualifications:

1. High school education with basic knowledge in computer systems and operations

2. Knowledge in the safe operations of manufacturing equipment. Ability to perform work of some complexity.

3. Ability to interpret and apply verbal directions. Work from manufacturing plans/procedures.

4. Ability to obtain and maintain certifications as required.

Desired Skills:

1. Knowledge in the procedures to safely dispense and handle chemicals with materials that contain hazardous and/or combustible components.

2. Knowledge in the safe operations of manufacturing equipment such as planetary, conical, and high shear mixers.

3. Knowledge in the operations of various spray, molding and testing equipment used to process and apply coatings products.

4. Knowledge of proper use of personnel protective equipment to handle chemicals with materials that contain hazardous and /or combustible components.

5. Ability to interpret sequenced plans of operations and work from manufacturing and/or engineering documents such as process plans/specifications, manufacturing procedures, engineering drawings, etc..

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: SPACE

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Technicians

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First