Engineering Aide - Orlando, FL

Engineering Aide - Orlando, FL

You will be a Fabrication Engineer in Lockheed Martin's Test Engineering department at Orlando, FL. Our team designs and builds the electronic and electromechanical assemblies that enable the development and production of next generation tactical hardware. As a key contributor, you'll turn engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of material into reliable, flight worthy equipment that supports critical mission programs.

What You Will Be Doing As a Fabrication Engineer you will work both independently and within a collaborative team to fabricate, assemble, and verify electrical test equipment and sub assemblies. You will partner with engineers, draftsmen, procurement, and quality inspectors to ensure every build meets exacting standards and schedule commitments. Your responsibilities will include:

• Placing and soldering components on circuit cards and sub assemblies according to blueprints, schematics, and MIL STD requirements.
• Building wiring harnesses, including connector pinning, de pinning, and mounting hardware installation.
• Integrating lower level assemblies into single or multi bay cabinet units for delivery to engineering or manufacturing production areas.
• Interpreting and applying MIL STD solder and harness certifications to all fabrication work.
• Conducting quality inspections and documenting results in computer based job status and inspection systems.
• Communicating any design or process issues clearly—both verbally and in writing—to supervisors and design engineers.
• Using software tools (CAD, ERP, etc.) and Microsoft Office applications to track work orders, update job status, and manage engineering change notices.
• Maintaining a clean, organized workstation and following all safety and security procedures.
• Acting as a self starter: managing your workload with minimal supervision while supporting the team's overall goals.

Why Join Us Impactful work: Your fabrications become the backbone of tactical systems that protect our nation. Growth opportunities: Gain hands on experience with cutting edge hardware, receive mentorship from senior engineers, and advance your career in a fast paced, innovation driven environment. Team culture: Collaborate with a diverse group of engineers, designers, and quality professionals who value open communication and continuous improvement. Stability & benefits: Full time (40 hrs/week) position with occasional overtime, competitive pay, comprehensive health plans, and support for professional certifications. Location: Work at our Grand Prairie facility, a hub for advanced missile and fire control programs, with easy access to Dallas Fort Worth metro area.

Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Orlando. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.