Model Maker

JOB ID: 721459BR

Date posted: Mar. 19, 2026

Description:

Perform a wide variety of mechanical, welding, machine, and fabrication work required in the repair, modification, and development of complex production equipment. Improvise, develop, machine and/or fabricate tools, jigs, fixtures, as required, in performing such work as disassemble, alter, repair, reassemble and make parts. Involves the use of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shears, brakes, punch presses, grinders, etc. This includes a thorough understanding of materials, processes, and equipment used in completing assigned projects.
Keep facilities, material, and work area orderly, exercising care in their use, maintaining general good housekeeping practices, and conforming to all ethics, health, safety, compliance, and quality requirements.

May be required to recommend design and/or process improvements including documentation, inspect machined or fabricated parts to assess quality, accuracy, and acceptability, validate process and resultant documentation and Develop techniques and methods to machine, fabricate new or exotic materials.

**MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ANY SHIFT**

***Candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Obtaining a security clearance requires US Citizenship***

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum four years of precision machining experience making tools, fixtures, jigs, dies, molds, prototypes, etc.
• Experience with lathes, milling machines, shears, brakes, punch presses, etc.

• 20/20 Vision (Corrected)• Experience as Toolmaker.

• High School degree or equivalency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certification.
• Ability to operate computerized documentation and data recording equipment.
• Read, analyze, and interpret complicated drawings, change notices, sketches and specifications in written or oral format.

Desired Skills:

• Have, or ability to obtain and maintain any MIG or TIG welding certification(s)

Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level:

Secret

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:

Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader

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The base range for this position in New York is $37.30 - $40.44.
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 employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
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 world's 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