Research Precision Machinist

Description: IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, VAFB or Eastern Range facilities must apply to open requisitions on Brass Ring to be considered for the position.

This occupation requires the complete set-up and operation of the following precision and standard power machines: Duplicating, horizontal boring mill, jig borer, lathe, milling machine, planer and precision grinder; the planning, layout, machining and assembly to precision tolerances of parts and tools developed to meet research standards and specification.

Must be able to and normally does perform the following duties:

Set-up and operate above machine tools and metal fabricating machines, to completely

and independently perform any operation within their capacity.

Layout, machine fabricate and assemble to exacting tolerances or extremely close

dimensions, intricate precision parts and assemblies, sheet metal items and shop

tooling devices, including small dies, jigs and fixtures incidental to work being

performed.

Work from sketches or verbal instructions in fabricating and assembling completely to

exacting tolerances small intricate assemblies, requiring extreme care to insure proper

adjustments, clearances, alignments and coordination.

As required, perform hand and honing operations on surfaces, bores and pivots to finest

tolerances and surface specifications.

As required, operate power-forming or cutting equipment in working and forming sheet

metal stock to desired specifications and characteristics.

In addition to the above duties, perform the following representative duties:

Perform bench work finishing, assembling and fitting. Perform precision grinding

operations on cutting tools and parts.

Work from complex detail blueprints, sketches, templates, master models or verbal

instructions, and use precision-gauge instruments in projecting and laying out angular

and linear dimensions.

Perform rework wherein the operations are essentially the same as required for the work

described above.

TYPICAL MATERIALS, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Materials worked on: Ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their alloys; non-metallic

materials; new unproven materials.

Materials worked with: Layout dye, cerrobend, lubricants and cutting oils, solvents,

screws, nuts, bolts, rivets, parts and accessories.

Tools used: Mechanics' hand tools, precision measuring instruments, gauges, form

blocks, templates, jigs and fixtures, levels, portable drills, and special fabricating metal

fitting and assembly tools.

Equipment used: Precision and standard power machines and equipment such as:

Bench lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, jig borers, drill presses, power and

hand saws, hydraulic jacks, sheet metal hand and power fabrication machines,

engraving machine and internal-external cylindrical grinder.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must possess a complete knowledge of machine shop theory, practice and procedure; advanced shop mathematics.

• Use precision measuring instruments to verify in-process

hardware to required tolerances and dimensions.

• Have a good knowledge of sheet metal operations.

• Must be able to set-up completely and operate all basic types of machine tools, as required.

• Ability to apply a comprehensive knowledge of shop techniques necessary to work metals to required specifications without conventional tooling, when required.

• To read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and

assembly drawings.

• To work from incomplete engineering verbal, written and sketch information.

Desired Skills:

• Skilled in designing parts in AutoCAD for fabrication, with attention to detail and precision.

• Ability to perform troubleshooting and assembly/disassembly of hardware components and systems, with a focus on resolving complex issues.

• Willingness to consult with and assist engineers and scientists in the design of parts and components for their projects, providing expert guidance and support.

• Attention to details, fast learner, motivated, innovative, willing to continuous learning and growing.

• Take ownership of each task and bring it to completion with highest quality and meet the deadline.

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: Part-Time as assigned by leader

The base range for this position in California is $30.87 - $58.01.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.

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: Part-Time

Shift: First