Solar Array Mechanic
Lockheed Martin •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Description:IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, Vandenburg Air Force Base or Eastern Range facilities must apply to open requisitions on Brass Ring to be considered for the position.
This classification requires the fabrication, assembly and testing of solar array mechanisms and solar device assemblies.
Determine sequence of operations, make initial parts layouts, fabricate and build completely structural assemblies and subassemblies such as the solar array base frame assembly, mast assembly and solar panel assembly.
Determine sequence of operations make initial layouts for and assemble and install such items as panel assemblies, hydraulic dampers, positional drive units, valves, electrical switches and harnesses, shafts, pins, arms, springs, pulleys, cables and electrical and mechanical actuating devices, adjust, align and functionally check operating mechanisms as required.
Fabricate electrical and electronic plugs and harnesses as required. Replace individual solar cells and filters which are damaged. Solder and pot as required. Make current and voltage measurements on solar assemblies. Use test equipment to stimulate, measure and record electrical parameters.
Work from blueprints, wiring diagrams, sketches, or other authorized documents where information is not readily available and with inadequate tooling or without the aid of tooling.
Improvise shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation as required.
Incorporate changes and perform rework wherein the operations are essentially the same as required for the work described herein.
Work with authorized liaison personnel to determine satisfactory fabrication assembly installation and testing sequence.
Basic Qualifications:
• Apply knowledge of electrical assembly methods and materials associated with building and repair of solar array devices and the replacement of individual solar cells and solar panels.
• Apply knowledge of basic electrical principles and continuity and insulation resistance checks required to make current voltage measurements.
• Apply knowledge of solar array materials structures, fabrication and assembly practice and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring charts and diagrams, detail assembly and installation blueprints, or other authorized documents which are not fully detailed and where missing information must be supplied by worker from knowledge of typical solar array structure and best shop practice.
• Use shop mathematics, including decimals and fractions.
Desired Skills:
• Current skillsets required to obtain certifications such as soldering, crimp, cable/harness assembly, adhesive/polymeric bonding and filleting, torqueing and the ability to use other certifiable tools as required.
• Experience with use of SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and in-week overtime as needed.
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
The base range for this position in California is $23.66 - $40.33..
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Technicians
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
• Current skillsets required to obtain certifications such as soldering, crimp, cable/harness assembly, adhesive/polymeric bonding and filleting, torqueing and the ability to use other certifiable tools as required.
• Experience with use of SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and in-week overtime as needed.
Job Ident #:
55886069232
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