Senior Assembler: Defense Systems | Flexible Schedules

Lockheed Martin; Camden (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Camden, Arkansas, is seeking a Sr. Assembler to build missile, rocket, and launcher systems for the U.S. military and allies. You will read engineering drawings, operate automated equipment, and perform inspection and testing to ensure high‑quality parts.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a disciplined manufacturing environment; apprenticeship programs support skill growth and career progression.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and work instructions.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds.
• U.S. citizen due to facility access.
• Willingness to operate hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive and non-repetitive assembly tasks on mechanical assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Operate automated equipment; conduct touch-up painting and related manufacturing processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, specifications, work instructions, and production plans.
• Use hand/power tools, jigs, fixtures, saws, and precision equipment to complete assemblies.
• Disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test components per technical requirements.

Skills

Automated manufacturing equipment

Teamwork and communication

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Learning new processes

Microsoft Office familiarity

SAP

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lockheed Martin in Camden, Arkansas, is seeking a Sr. Assembler to build missile, rocket, and launcher systems for the U.S. military and allies. You will read engineering drawings, operate automated equipment, and perform inspection and testing to ensure high‑quality parts.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork in a disciplined manufacturing environment; apprenticeship programs support skill growth and career progression.