Sheet Metal Fabricator and Assembler C (2nd Shift)

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Sheet Metal Fabricator C to design, build, and assemble complex sheet-metal components for missile systems in Dallas, Texas. The role supports experimental, production, and prototype programs and requires hands-on fabrication with brakes, shears, routers, and hand tools. The position is on the second shift with a 120-day probation period on the first shift.

U.S. citizenship is required due to security access at the facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Second shift with training period on first shift (120 days).
• Candidates must be able to work 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or weekend shift per the bargaining agreement.
• Must be a U.S. citizen due to facility access.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and rework sheet-metal parts and assemblies.
• Operate brakes, rolls, routers, and hand tools for precision components.
• Construct fixtures, templates, and form blocks; rivet, hand hammer, drill, and ream.
• Assist senior fabricators on complex tasks including rigging and special-equipment fabrication.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and keep the work area clean and orderly.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sheet metal brakes

Sheet metal shears

Sheet metal cutting tools

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Sheet Metal Fabricator Assembler C for the Sheet Metal Fabrication Team. Our team is responsible for designing, building, and assembling complex sheet‑metal components for missile systems.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Sheet metal fabricator C you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality sheet‑metal assemblies that support experimental, production, and prototype missile programs.Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and rework semi‑complicated sheet‑metal parts and assemblies.
• Operate sheet‑metal equipment such as brakes, rolls, routers, and hand tools to produce precision components.
• Construct fixtures, templates, and form blocks; perform riveting, hand hammering, drilling, and reaming.
• Assist senior fabricators on complex tasks, including rigging, shaft straightening, and special‑equipment fabrication.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and keep the work area clean and orderly.

Why Join Us

Do you want to be part of a company culture that encourages employees to build their career, apply their knowledge while using cutting‑edge technology, and achieve challenging goals? We provide the foundation and resources to help you stay motivated, inspired, and productive. If you are driven, dedicated, and enjoy doing what you love, then we want you to join our journey and build a better tomorrow with you.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is on Second Shift with probation/training period during first shift (120 days).

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have equivalent to a high school degree
• This position is on Second Shift with probation/training period during first shift (120 days).
• Candidates must be able to work 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or "D" weekend shift according to the collective bargaining agreement.
• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Desired Skills

• Experience with sheet metal brakes and shears
• Experience using sheet metal cutting tools
• At least one year of related experience

Pay Information

• $24.55 - $44.23

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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.

• 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.