Senior Technical Trainer

Description:

You will be the Senior Technical Trainer.

What You Will Be Doing

You will be responsible for delivering high-impact, hands-on training.

Why This Role Rocks:

You’ll be part of the engine that powers hands‑on learning for cutting‑edge technologies. From firing up laser‑beam welders to guiding safety‑wire drills, you’ll keep our classrooms buzzing, our engineers sharp, and our grant‑funded training programs thriving!

Core Tasks the Training Team Owns:

• Training Classes You’ll Learn to Facilitate
• Root Cause Analysis
• Laser Beam Welding
• Eye Exams
• Solder Rework/Repair
• Electrical Assembly
• Torque
• Mix & Seal
• Precision Measurement
• Mate/De‑Mate
• Fine Pitch
• Safety Wire
• Class Preparation
• Kitting – Grab and prep Re‑Cert Solder, EA, RR kits
• Wire Baggies – Pre‑fill for solder sessions
• Print Rosters & Scoresheets – Ready before the door opens
• Inventory Check – Verify all classroom items are stocked
• During Class – Keep the Momentum Going
• Attendance Management – Spot‑check Teams, email supervisors for no‑shows, update the master attendance sheet
• Cabinet Organization – Tidy materials on the fly so learners stay focused
• After Class – Reset for Success
• Room Reset – Clean instructor desk, solder pot table, rework front table, etc.
• Workstation Refresh – Return tools, ensure pens/sharpies (thin & thick, #106) and aluminum tins are in place
• Tool & Material Stow – Store extra PPE, wires, components, and tools
• Prep Next Class – Arrange the room, refill chemical bottles, clean flux bottles, and top‑off water
• Chemical Management – Empty bins as needed; notify David Holland for low supplies
• Store Workmanship – Log and archive completed work
• Administrative Power‑Moves
• Create Classes in Atlas – AC (Wire Harness, Solder, Rework/Repair) & MFC (Torque, Mix & Seal, Safety Wire, etc.)
• Training Calendar Management – Book rooms, tag employees, attach IPC docs, directions, and other essentials
• Learning Plan Updates – Keep curricula current
• Maintain Training Spreadsheets – Track attendance, credits, and certification status
• Close‑out & Credit Assignment – Verify initial certs (Mix & Seal, Solder, Safety Wire)
• Rescheduling – Move attendees as needed for AC & MFC classes
• Semester AC Schedule Distribution – Sync with air‑control team; email Kelli Kirkpatrick on campus closures
• Package Logistics – Shuttle training kits between sites
• NEO (New Employee Onboarding) – First‑Day Heroics
• Print & Pack – NEO packets, IPC Edge notes, Buddy checklists, calendars, name tags, login info, testing sheets, eye‑exam forms
• Create NEO Baggies – Earphones, pens, sticky notes
• Purchase IPC Edge Modules – Use travel card, file expense report
• Update Training Computers – Ensure software is current
• Set Up NEO Classes – Prep the Innovation conference room Thursday prior
• One Note Management – Build notes page, daily supervisor notes, track attendance & issues
• Assign Atlas Curriculum – Align new hires with required courses
• 30/60/90‑Day Follow‑Ups – Meet with new hires to ensure continued growth
• Occasional High‑Impact Activities
• Job & Career Fairs – Represent the team and attract talent
• Interviews & Apprenticeships – Vet candidates, mentor apprentices
• Community Partnerships – Host school fairs, run solder/wire workshops for students
• Cross‑Site Communication – Share training materials and best practices
• Audits – Participate in internal and external compliance reviews
• What You’ll Gain
• Dynamic, hands‑on environment – No two days are alike
• Direct impact – Your work fuels the skill set of our assemblers and inspectors all while supporting important missions
• Professional growth – Opportunities to influence curriculum, lead NEO onboarding, and shape the future of technical training

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Lufkin. [Discover more about Lufkin, TX.
Basic Qualifications:

Fluent in Microsoft Software applications:

Ability to lead classrooms
Experience in building curriculum
General Teaching Certificate/License or Specialized Subject-area Specific Certificate
Desired Skills:

Experience in grant writing
Experience in managing grants
Working knowledge or familiarity with MES such as SAP or Apriso
Experience with conference room casting systems
Basic electrical fundamentals with soldering experience
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.

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Experience Level:

Experienced Professional
Business Unit:

MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available:

Possible
Career Area:

QA/Test and Inspection
Type:

Full-Time
Shift:

Multiple shifts available