SPP is seeking an Apprentice Floor Lead to support integration and test efforts on the production floor. Responsibilities include:
• Oversight and general direction on the production floor for a cross-functional team executing assembly, integration and test of high value space hardware
• Training and oversight of workmanship, and adherence to hardware handling and safety imperatives
• Support mechanical operations as Certified Test Conductor
• Reviews work instruction, schedules and other execution documents for executability
• Drives readiness of parts, paper, people, GSE, etc. for upcoming planned activities
• Interfaces with external organizations during subsystem and/or system integration and testing activities
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education
• Experience with manufacturing, test operations, and test equipment
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, work instructions, test procedures, and other technical documents
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team of technicians and engineers
• Familiarity with common tools, test equipment and GSE and their operation and usage
• Familiarity with AF (Automation Framework), SAP and VECAMS/APRISO
• Must be a United States citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance
• Minimum 1 year experience in a technical field
• Direct experience with Assembly, Integration and Test of Space Systems
• Multi-tasking, self-starter with the ability to work in an environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules
• Experienced in Test Procedure Writing and Execution
• Team Leadership Experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79300.00 - $147300.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college, or equivalent experience and combined education
- Experience with manufacturing, test operations, and test equipment
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, work instructions, test procedures, and other technical documents
- Ability to work within a team of technicians and engineers
- Familiarity with common tools, test equipment, Ground Support Equipment (GSE), and their operation
- Familiarity with Automation Framework (AF), SAP, and VECAMS/APRISO
- Must be a United States citizen and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
- At least one year of experience in a technical field
- Direct experience with assembly, integration, and test of space systems
- Ability to multitask and work independently in evolving and dynamic environments
- Experience writing and executing test procedures
- Team leadership experience
- Excellent communication skills
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