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Assembler Sr. - Orlando Florida

Lockheed MartinOrlando, FL4 days ago
full-timeSeniorSecret

Description:

You will be the Assembler Sr for the Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑quality military sub‑assemblies and systems that enable mission success.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Assembler Sr you will be responsible for producing precision‑drilled and machined composite components for the Orlando SITC drill cell.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Set up, operate, and maintain drilling and machining equipment for composite materials.
  • Assemble sub‑assemblies according to engineering drawings and quality standards.
  • Perform inspections and functional tests to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Document work activities and maintain accurate production records.
  • Collaborate with peers and supervisors to continuously improve processes and safety.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a detail‑oriented, collaborative professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. This role offers the chance to work on cutting‑edge defense hardware, develop hands‑on expertise, and contribute directly to mission‑critical outcomes.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is located in Orlando FL. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Must have ability to obtain secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must have the ability to follow detailed written instructions in the performance of electrical, optical, and mechanical assembly operations that include: solder, harness and cable, mechanical assembly of chassis, drilling operations, line replaceable units and systems level assembly.
  • Must have the ability to pass the solder, harness and cable certification course provided by the company.
  • Must have prior computer experience
  • Candidate must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret Clearance.
  • Candidates must have the ability to work 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or "D" weekend shift according to the collective bargaining agreement between Lockheed Martin and the UAW.

Desired Skills:

  • Previous precision drilling on metals and composites
  • Taps, laps, reams, scrapes, files and otherwise progressively fits and assembles components for such assemblies as computers, scanners, radar mechanisms, guidance units, differentials, gyro stable tables, radar plumbing and similar complex units.
  • Performs to engineering specifications a wide variety of complicated assembly operations including the complete assembly of complex and precise optical, mechanical, electrical units requiring extremely close tolerances. Reads, interprets and applies information from engineering drawings and may improvise production aids, develop assembly techniques or recommend changes to facilitate assembly.
  • Assembles optical and mechanical components to precise alignments and adjustments, and assures that critical features such as effective focal length, optical centering and verification, beam deviation, beam centration, image and surface characteristics, etc. Assembles component parts, as called out by drawings; fits parts by filing and/or honing to obtain requisite interrelationship where tolerances are critical: uses precision measuring instruments as necessary, and operates drill press and other equipment to drill and ream holes
  • Assembles component parts, as called out by drawings; fits parts by filing and/or honing to obtain requisite interrelationship where tolerances are not critical: uses precision measuring instruments as necessary, and operates drill press and other equipment to drill and ream holes

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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: Multiple shifts available

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Job Details
Apply on Company Site
Location
Orlando, FL
Clearance
Secret
Clearance Availability
Company will sponsor
Type
full-time
Level
Senior
Posted
4 days ago
Required Skills
follow detailed written instructionssolder, harness and cable certificationprior computer experienceability to work with drilling and machining equipment
Preferred Skills
previous precision drilling on metals and compositestaps, laps, reams, scrapes, files and otherwise progressively fits and assembles components
Benefits
  • flexible scheduling options
  • comprehensive benefits package

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