Technician Lead - N5

Lockheed Martin; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking a technically skilled aerospace technician in Stratford, CT who can lead or work independently on experimental projects, interpret engineering docs, and manage resources and reporting. Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic systems, electrical harnesses, composite fabrication, and basic aircraft construction methods is required.

Candidates should have strong technical writing, be proficient with Microsoft Office, familiar with 3D CAD and data acquisition software, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience supporting composite material development, wind tunnel testing, or experimental fabrication.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and document experimental programs.
• Experience managing maintenance for large scale equipment such as autoclaves and wind tunnel models with coordination of multi-disciplinary fabrication and test efforts.
• Strong technical writing skills for work orders, test reports, and data processing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead or independently drive projects, interpreting engineering documentation and reporting on progress.
• Support experimental testing and system integration across hydraulic/pneumatic, electrical, and composite subsystems.

Skills

5 years hands-on experience

experimental programs

autoclaves & wind tunnel models

technical writing

Tools

LabVIEW

3DEXPERIENCE

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

Standard Job Description

WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of aerospace innovation, driving the development and deployment of cutting-edge technology in the field of aviation. We solve the great problems of our times with innovative technologies that define eras. While no one knows what's going to change the world next, our people are already working on it.

THE WORK

The role seeks a technically skilled aerospace technician who can lead or work independently on projects, communicate effectively, interpret engineering documentation, and manage resources and reporting. Experience with experimental testing, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, electrical harnesses, composite fabrication, basic aircraft construction methods, and operation of sensitive test equipment is required. While performing these duties, the ideal candidate should have strong technical writing abilities, be proficient with Microsoft Office, possess familiarity with 3 D CAD and data acquisition software, and have the ability to perform process controls and improvement. Excludes technicians assigned to production or quality assurance environments.

Please Note: US citizenship required as most programs and projects assigned are ITAR restricted.

WHY JOIN US

With our employees as our top priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.

At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum5years hands on experience as an engineering/technician supporting composite material development, wind tunnel testing, or experimental fabrication.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and document experimental programs
• Experience managing maintenance for large scale equipment such as autoclaves and wind tunnel models with a track record of coordinating multi disciplinary fabrication and test efforts.
• Strong technical writing skills for work orders, test reports, and data processing documentation.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Microsoft office and tools such as LabVIEW, 3DEXPERIENCE, SolidWorks, or CATIA
• Wind Tunnel / Aerodynamic & Thermal Testing – Understanding of wind tunnel performance evaluation, thermal system assessment, and structural/fatigue substantiation.
• Process Improvement – Six Sigma Yellow Belt or equivalent basic process improvement methodology.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $81400.00 - $151200.00

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.

• 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) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. 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.