Description:Company Mission & Program Overview
Join a cutting-edge aerospace and defense team where innovation meets precision. Our mission is to design, assemble, and deliver advanced missile systems that protect national security and drive technological excellence. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and hands-on problem-solving, empowering our team members to make a tangible impact on mission success.

Role Overview
As a Senior Technician Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of our assembly and testing operations, working with complex missile subsystems. This is a hands-on role that combines technical expertise, precision craftsmanship, and problem-solving, allowing you to collaborate closely with engineers and other team members to bring sophisticated systems to life.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Fabricate, assemble, and test intricate assemblies/subsystems integrated into missile systems.
• Inventory and inspect parts for compliance with technical documentation, including work instructions, schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Verify dimensions and clearances using precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Align, fit, and assemble parts using hand tools and specialized fixtures.
• Set up and operate test equipment to evaluate the performance of parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operational conditions; document results accurately.
• Support all phases of missile assembly, subsystem testing, environmental testing, and pack-and-ship operations.
• Collaborate with engineers and cross-functional teams to identify, define, and solve technical problems.
• Contribute to a team-focused environment while implementing Continuous Process Improvement practices.
• Provide and receive work direction effectively within the team.

Work Environment
• Hands-on, dynamic, and collaborative aerospace/defense environment.
• Work directly with engineers and other technical experts to ensure mission-critical systems meet the highest standards.
• Opportunities for growth, skill development, and involvement in high-impact projects.
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet all requirements:
• Hands-on experience in assembly, integration, or test operations.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, wiring lists, and other technical documentation.
• Ability to work onsite in Courtland, Alabama on day or night shifts.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Desired Skills:
“Nice-to-have” skills that strengthen candidacy:
• Experience with adhesives and bonding materials.
• Skilled in cable harness fabrication and repair.
• Proficient in soldering techniques.
• Experienced in crane operations, lifting, and material handling.
• Familiarity with spacecraft ground processing lifecycle and mission launch preparations.
• Proficient with general test equipment operations and environmental testing.
• Skilled in using standard hand tools and precision measurement equipment (multi-meters, torque wrenches, scales).
• Knowledgeable in ordnance handling.
• Graduate of AIDT (Alabama Industrial Development Training) preferred.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First