Production Technician

Koitecc Solutions; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing is seeking a Production Technician to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO. The ideal candidate will be experienced in programming, setup, and operation of diverse machine tools, including water jet, blankets, and bonding.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, working with CAD models, and producing large aerospace components from exotic materials in a fast-paced R&D setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with at least 2 years of precision machining experience on Water Jet and Sawing.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 35 pounds unassisted.
• Overtime work as required.

Responsibilities

• Read engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Set up and operate machine tools including Water Jet, Blankets and Bonding.
• Manufacture large aerospace components from exotic materials.
• Work on different projects in a fast-paced R&D environment with minimal supervision.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Overtime willingness

Lift 35+ pounds

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

Water Jet

Bonding equipment

Sewing machines

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos’ Defense Systems Colorado Manufacturing is seeking a Production Technician to join our team at our Colorado Springs, CO location. The ideal candidate will need to have experience in programming, setup, and operation of a variety of machine tools including Water Jet, Blankets and Bonding.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector / Manufacturing provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more,

Primary Responsibilities

• Must be capable of reading engineering drawings and CAD models.
• Experience in setup and operating a variety of machine tools including Water Jet, Blankets and Bonding.
• Experience in the manufacturing of large aerospace components from exotic materials.
• Applicant must be able to work on different projects in an ever changing, rapid paced R&D environment with little or no assistance.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED with at least 2 years of experience years of precision machining experience on Water Jet and Sawing.
• Candidates must have the ability to lift a minimum of 35+ pounds unassisted.
• Candidate must be able to work overtime when required.
• Applicant must be able to work a full-time, 4-days per week 10-hours per shift, 1st shift.

Must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a Final Secret Clearance OR meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the manufacturing of complex aerospace components from exotic materials, such as Blankets material, bonding material.
• The operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment, including advanced water jet systems, sewing machines, and tools used for material bonding.
• A successful technician must be well-versed in following all established production protocols meticulously, ensuring that every step is executed with precision.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting

June 24, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.