Aviation Machinist II

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Crestview, FL seeks an Aviation Machinist to fabricate, repair, and modify aircraft parts and tooling for the C-130 platform, ensuring safety and compliance.

You will set up CNC and manual machines, read engineering drawings, select aviation-grade materials, and collaborate with maintenance teams on Letter Check tasks while upholding FAA and USAF standards.

This full-time role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as part of our Total Rewards program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as aviation or aerospace machinist.
• Experience with aircraft components, structures, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and manuals.
• Expertise with precision measuring tools and techniques.
• High school diploma or equivalent; machinist training or apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Operate conventional and CNC machines to fabricate/repair aircraft parts for the C-130 platform.
• Manufacture replacement parts, bushings, sleeves, and tooling per blueprints and CAD files.
• Read and interpret SRMs, blueprints, and engineering drawings for repairs.
• Select aviation-grade materials and perform heat treatment per standards.
• Collaborate with aircraft mechanics during maintenance checks and ensure FAA/compliance.

Skills

5+ years aviation machinist

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Calipers/micrometers

Security clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machinist apprenticeship / military training

Tools

FeatureCam

Mastercam

Job description

Standard Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Aviation Machinist to join our maintenance team, specializing in the C-130 aircraft platform. The successful candidate will be responsible for the fabrication, modification, and repair of aircraft parts, tools, and structural components. Operating a variety of machine tools, this role requires precision craftsmanship and a strict adherence to aviation safety and quality standard to ensure the structural integrity and operational readiness of the AFSOC fleet of AC/MC-130J aircraft.

Precision Machining

Set up and operate conventional and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses (HASS VF4/7 and HASS TL-2), to fabricate and repair aircraft parts.

Component Repair & Fabrication

Manufacture replacement parts, bushings, sleeves, and specialized tooling for the C-130 aircraft, often working from blueprints, engineering drawings, damaged samples, or CAD files.

Blueprint Interpretation

Read and interpret complex technical manuals, engineering drawings, structural repair manuals (SRM), and blueprints specific to the C-130 platform.

Material Selection

Select and work with a variety of aviation-grade materials, including aluminum alloys, stainless steel, titanium, and high-strength composites, ensuring proper heat treatment and stress relief processes are followed.

Heat Treatment

Ability to perform heat treatment of fabricated parts using heat treatment ovens and conduct Rockwell Hardness Testing IAW ASTM / AWS standards and USAF Technical Orders.

Quality Inspection

Utilize precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, gauges) to ensure fabricated and repaired parts meet exact dimensional tolerances and structural specifications.

Maintenance Support

Collaborate closely with aircraft mechanics and structural technicians during Letter Check maintenance on the C-130.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all machining and fabrication work complies with FAA regulations, military technical orders (TOs), and internal quality assurance protocols. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe machine shop environment.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as an aviation or aerospace machinist.
• Platform Knowledge: Proven experience working with aircraft components, structures, and technical documentation.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in operating manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical manuals.
• Measurement Mastery: Expert knowledge of precision measuring tools and techniques.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a recognized machinist apprenticeship, technical school program, or military aviation machinist training (e.g., USAF Metals Technology or USN Aviation Machinist's Mate).
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOW Secret Security Clearances and access as required by the contract.

Desired Skills

• Experience with CAD/CAM software for CNC programming (FeatureCam / Mastercam).
• Prior military experience in an aviation maintenance squadron working directly on the C 130 platform.

Pay Information

• $41.94 - $41.94

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

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.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• 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) 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.