Structural Sys Mechanic
- FAA A&P certificate
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This posting states $62.6k–$114k a year. Open technician jobs in California post a median of $73.9k a year, the middle half $61.6k–$83.2k, across 24 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post.
About the job
## Standard Job Description This occupation requires the complete layout, fabrication, assembly, modification, development and production of mechanical systems such as structures, sheet metal, and associated subassemblies. Optically align and measure intricate assemblies and structures as necessary. Perform all necessary in-process inspection.
WORK PERFORMED Develop, with various engineering information, the sequence of operation and perform the work necessary to formulate, layout, fabricate and mate close-tolerance sheet metal, structural, mechanical systems, subsystems and assemblies. Perform all necessary in-process inspection. Install thermal controls and sensors. Perform paint touch-up as required.
Work from blueprints, authorizing documents, engineering information, sketches, verbal instruction and improvise when directed to fabricate developmental and end-item hardware mechanized assemblies. Verify sequential fabrication operations and final assembly operations. Set up and operate optical equipment to align and measure specific features of mechanical assemblies.
Adjust subsections through integration alignments to dimensional standards and features. Improvise shop aids, handling and test equipment to aid in the fabrication, assembly, installation and mating of assemblies and mechanisms. Perform modifications under engineering direction to facilitate proper equipment operation. May be required to perform solder, crimp, and splice in the above operations.
TYPICAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Associated mechanic hand tools; special fabricating, metal fitting, and assembly tools; all power equipment associated with precision sheet metal fabrication such as brakes and shears; precision measuring instrument and equipment; optical alignment equipment; hoists, dollies, and handling equipment.
Miscellaneous electrical hand tools, solder, crime, and wire wrap, voltmeters. ## Basic Qualifications - Must possess complete knowledge and ability to perform all assembly operations to build complete sheet metal and structural assemblies of mechanical systems and subsystems, including inspection processes, procedures, and required documentation. - Complete knowledge of optical alignment processes and procedures; read and interpret fabrication and assembly blueprints; and perform shop mathematics including trigonometry. - Must be certifiable in solder, crimp, and splice. - Must possess knowledge of security regulations applicable to program peculiar activities. - Ability to interpret and apply verbal directions and incomplete engineering documents such as engineering drawings and sketches, materials and processes specifications, test requirements specifications, and test procedures and instructions. - Applicable process certifications such as hoisting and moving equipment including bridge crane and personnel aerial lift devices (PALD) may be required. ## Desired Skills - Airframe and Powerplant Certifications. - Aviation Experience. - Automotive Experience ## Pay Information - $30.11 - $54.64 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.
From Lockheed Martin's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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