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Middle · 4+ years exp
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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. Lockheed Martin scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Lockheed Martin is the largest defence contractor in the world, formed in 1995 by merging Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta and headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. Its single most important programme is the F-35 Lightning II, the most expensive weapons system ever built, alongside the F-16, the C-130 transport and classified work at the Skunk Works advanced development unit. The company also dominates missile defence with THAAD and PAC-3 interceptors, supplies HIMARS and Javelin systems, owns the helicopter maker Sikorsky, and builds the Orion crew capsule and military satellites through its space division.

Standard Job Description

Sets-up completely and operates machine tools equipped with numerically controlled multiple axis continuous paths, where it is required to have a complete knowledge of computer numerical control (CNC) including process controls and pull-down menu systems, manual mode controls and selections, control intervention and over-rides. Understands the interface of multiple machine functions. Performs all contact and non-contact measurements to self-verify conformance of product, tools, and equipment. Machines highly variable and/or nonrepetitive parts to exacting and coordinated tolerances, where it is required to exercise ingenuity and a complete knowledge of machine shop theory, of machine capability and capacity, and the machinability of the materials used; devises unusual machining methods; improvises and adapts tooling in order to fully utilize all functions of the machine and to minimize the number of setups and amount of machining required. Locates, drills and bores precision holes. Performs tool try and machining operations to specified tolerances required during the initial usage of completely new discs, program manuscripts, fixtures, cutters, and associated equipment. Enters program data into computer either through a disc furnished by programming for complex programs, or by using manual data input (MDI) for less complex projects.

Sets up completely and independently all types of numerically controlled machine tools such as multiple head continuous path milling machines, numerically controlled lathes, and point-to-point machine tools. Operating such machine tools for initial runs and tool try, or to make runs on complex parts, where it is required to exercise a knowledge of computer numerical control (CNC) controls including processing controls and pull-down menu systems, manual mode controls and selections, control intervention and over-rides and machine shop theory, of machine capacity, of the machineability of materials used, and of applicable inspection requirements. Determines sequence of machining operations. Devises unusual machining methods as required to machine an acceptable first article per specifications. Improvises and adapts tooling in order to fully utilize all functions of the machine and to minimize the number of setups and amount of machining required.

Establishes operating parameters and sequences, sets up, encodes, adjusts, and operates computerized numerically controlled machine tools to perform a variety of machining operations in manual or automatic modes.

Sets up completely and independently, operates plain, universal, horizontal, vertical, and independent stand-alone machining centers to develop cutter paths. Also operates various types of automatic duplicating and profiling machines to machine complex highly variable, and/or non-repetitive parts to exacting and coordinated tolerances. Required to exercise ingenuity, have a complete knowledge of machine shop theory, machine capacity and the machinability of materials used. Plans the sequence of machining operations. Devise unusual machining methods to improvise and adapt tooling in order to fully utilize all functions of the machine to minimize the number of setups and the amount of machining required. #SkunkProduction

***Must obtain and maintain Company licenses, certifications, and training as required for assigned tasks***

***Must Be Able to Work Any Shift***

***Work Schedule - 4x10A - 10 hr days Mon- Th

Basic Qualifications

Must possess a minimum of four years of experience or equivalent in the operation of numerically controlled milling machines; knowledge of jig borer operations.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of or have successfully completed training in complete level blueprint, technical data and data model comprehension, shop mathematics including trigonometry, basic computer operation, knowledge of machining shop processes, practices, and equipment

Desired Skills

3 and 5 axis machines

Conventional and NC machine operation

Able to run first article and protoype parts

Pay Information

  • $30.84 - $53.14

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.
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