Lockheed Martin · 9 hours ago
Transmission Test Technician - Second Shift
Stratford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLockheed Martin, through its Sikorsky division, designs and delivers innovative aircraft solutions. The Transmission Test Technician will ensure helicopter components meet performance and safety standards by performing various test operations and maintaining accurate records of test data.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Perform a variety of test operations to “run‑in” production, overhauled, or engineering‑test transmissions, gearboxes, mechanisms, or systems, following engineering instructions
Set up and install gearboxes, transmissions, and other components on test stands, and operate them through a brake‑in period
Periodically check assemblies being tested using written or verbal instructions, drawings, or specifications, and operate controls as directed
Set, adjust, and use a wide variety of gauges, switches, and controls to perform required tests
Observe and monitor instruments and controls during test runs, maintaining logs, charts, and records of each test and pertinent data
Inspect tested items for leaks, gear patterns, and compliance with ATP requirements
Install and remove components in test equipment, using hand tools and torque wrenches safely
Test items according to established guidelines and record data accurately
Collect and organize test data for review and reporting
Inspect tested items against specifications and documentation
Prepare test reports and communicate results to customers in a clear manner
Qualification
Required
Experience in automotive, transmission, or related mechanical industries, such as engine or powertrain work
Ability to perform a variety of test operations to 'run-in' production, overhauled, or engineering-test transmissions, gearboxes, mechanisms, or systems, following engineering instructions
Ability to set up and install gearboxes, transmissions, and other components on test stands, and operate them through a brake-in period
Ability to periodically check assemblies being tested using written or verbal instructions, drawings, or specifications, and operate controls as directed
Ability to set, adjust, and use a wide variety of gauges, switches, and controls to perform required tests
Ability to observe and monitor instruments and controls during test runs, maintaining logs, charts, and records of each test and pertinent data
Ability to inspect tested items for leaks, gear patterns, and compliance with ATP requirements
Ability to install and remove components in test equipment, using hand tools and torque wrenches safely
Ability to test items according to established guidelines and record data accurately
Ability to collect and organize test data for review and reporting
Ability to inspect tested items against specifications and documentation
Ability to prepare test reports and communicate results to customers in a clear manner
Willingness to work in a small group
Willingness to fit into tight spaces
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Supportive work‑life balance
World‑class resources
Mentorship
Continuous learning
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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