Lockheed Martin · 16 hours ago
LO/Sheetmetal Aircraft Technician F-22- Level 3
Patrick AFB, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a LO/Sheetmetal Aircraft Technician for the Aircraft Maintenance Team. The role involves applying and maintaining low-observable technology coatings on aircraft parts and assemblies, ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and safety standards.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Interpret engineering and manufacturing process specifications and plan coating sequences
Prepare surfaces, mix and apply coatings to exact tolerances, and achieve required thicknesses and textures
Test and measure coatings on parts and coupons to verify compliance with drawings and specifications
Perform structural repairs—drilling, cutting, countersinking, and fastening—on aluminum, titanium, stainless steel, Kevlar, and composite materials
Uphold safety protocols, Hazmat handling, FOD prevention, and tool‑control discipline
Qualification
Required
Have a minimum of 2 years of low observable coating experience, able to work in confined spaces and able to be respirator qualified
Experienced on structural tooling such as rivet guns, rivet sets, drills, huck guns, shears, paint guns and rigs
Experienced in the use of micrometers, calipers and measuring gauges as well as all common tooling
Ability to properly grip fastener holes to determine size, length and style of required fasteners
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Must have at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance and be able to obtain a Final Secret
This position may include certain required health screenings and immunizations. Position may also require extended work hours. Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist. Confined Space Entry
Preferred
5th Generation Aircraft Sheetmetal and Low Observable exp
Have basic knowledge of paint guns, rivet guns, hucks, blind rivets and experience working with composite material for repairs
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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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