Metal/Composite Bonder Specialist
Lockheed Martin •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Description:Bonds a variety of dissimilar materials (composite, metal, or laminate) assemblies, parts, skins, components, equipment or structures into semi-finished or finished products.
Lays out articles, cuts parts or materials to size. Applies liquid or solid bonding agents.
Operates autoclave, hydraulic presses and ovens to complete bonding cycle.
Controls conditions of heat, pressure, and timing by setting and operating various controls according to the specifications for the materials and the bonding agent being used.
Sands, burrs and smooth over areas, apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges. Monitors and verifies quality of finished product.
Completes repairs on composite, metal or laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions. Verifies quality of finished product.
Performs bonding of metallic or non-metallic materials to fabricate parts and/or repair applications using products and processes which are varied but generally not complex in scope. The level of work performed requires some skill and experience.
Complies with written work instructions as well as standard procedures and processes to perform tasks.
Must read and interpret drawings, manuals, specification sketches, job orders, planning documents and engineering drawings.
Determines equipment requirements and the methods and sequences of operation to be followed in fabrication of parts using materials such as graphite, fiberglass, plastic, boron, flock, at, epoxy resins, rubber and like materials.
Plans, lays out, and fabricates and builds adhesive bonded assemblies of metallic and non-metallic composite materials.
Fabricates composite and metal parts into subassemblies for the purpose of pre-fitting in preparation for bonding or curing in presses, ovens, and autoclaves.
Lays out, pre-fits, assembles and performs lay-up on a variety of metal to metal and composite bonded assemblies.
Fits core in where close tolerances are required for installation of details for completion of assembly.
- Performs vacuum bagging.
Lays out and marks dimensions and references lines on material to develop and trace patterns of product or parts, or uses templates.
Selects tooling and materials compatible with the processing techniques identified in the work instructions.
The individual is required to be a supportive member of Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) and Quality System policies to provide a safe work place and eliminate conditions and behaviors which may cause work related illnesses and/or injuries while delivering quality product and services on time.
Basic Qualifications:
- Candidate must possess specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks, with 3 years of professional career experience.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to read and interpret instructions from OEM drawings
- Knowledge and experience with lean and continuous improvement philosophies and methodologies preferred.
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, 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. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Job Ident #:
61866475536
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