Entry Level Aircraft Assembler - 1st Shift

Description: At Lockheed Martin, youu2019ll have the chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of aerospace. We are dedicated to your growth, offering training and development opportunities to help you advance your career. Become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, and make a meaningful contribution to the defense and aerospace industries. At Lockheed Martin, we provide the training, tools, and resources you need to succeed. Youu2019ll have the opportunity to engage in work that makes a significant impact on the world. What You Will Be Doing Join our Assembly Team in beautiful Pinellas Park, Florida as an Aircraft Assembler, where you'll play a crucial role in the higher-level assembly of the worldu2019s most advanced fighter aircraft. As an Aircraft Assembler, you will perform a variety of operations to manufacture, assemble, and refurbish aircraft parts and structures, ensuring a defect-free product. Key Responsibilities: u2022 Interpret blueprints and work instructions to accurately assemble components. u2022 Utilize precision measuring equipment to verify dimensions with tolerances up to .001. u2022 Perform hand drilling and installation of aircraft-specific fasteners. u2022 Complete part-fitting operations, including minor filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, drilling, reaming, riveting, countersinking, and cold working. u2022 Modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes and perform necessary repairs. u2022 Work collaboratively with a team to meet production timelines and support subsequent assembly operations. u2022 Conduct corrosion inspections and repairs as per engineering requirements. u2022 Monitor and verify quality standards, developing corrective actions as needed. u2022 Perform other duties as assigned. Whatu2019s In It For You We offer flexible work schedules, comprehensive benefits, investing in your future, and security. Our work environment is very family-oriented, with a 33% prior military presence. we offer the tools needed for your role and on-site training. Learn more about Lockheed Martinu2019s comprehensive benefits package here. We value integrity, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic. You may be someone who prioritizes open and respectful communication with team members, fostering a culture of trust and transparency in the workplace. While you work well independently, you also value teamwork and communicate effectively with colleagues to achieve common goals, even in fast-moving environments. Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Experience with use of hand tools (i.e. torque wrench, drills and inspection tools, riveting tools, and various other hand tools). Ability to read and interpret assembly Drawings or Instructions. Desired Skills: Experience in structures, sheet metal, or manufacturing Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License F-35 or C-130 specific 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. Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. Theyu2019re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about. As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martinu2019s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customersu2019 toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories. Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY Relocation Available: No Career Area: Manufacturing Type: Full-Time Shift: First

Created: 2025-10-16