Low Observable Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Standard Job Description
You will be the Low Observable Coater - Specialty Coatings for the team which is responsible for applying special technology coatings to produce aircraft, parts, and assemblies with low-observable characteristics.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Low Observable Coater - Specialty Coatings, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting laboratory, engineering, and manufacturing process specifications and planning the sequence of operations for finish applications on low-observable aircraft, parts, assemblies, and test articles.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating robotic coating application equipment, including loading programs, initializing robots, and positioning parts/assemblies to be finished
• Operating robotic coating application systems, recognizing problems, and initiating corrective action as required
• Setting up and operating manual application equipment to apply both special technology and traditional coatings when so assigned
• Performing preliminary process preparations such as removing/reinstalling panels and assemblies, cleaning, and hand or machine surface finishing when so assigned
• Mixing coatings to specified proportions, verifying physical properties of mix such as viscosity and temperature as required

What's In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus - if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled and experienced coater with a strong knowledge of surface finishing, coating, and applique techniques associated with low-observable technology. You will have excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to work with exceptional detail and to exacting tolerances, and the ability to use all necessary equipment to obtain the desired results.
Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. A Secret clearance is required for this position.
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Basic Qualifications
Two years of similar outside experience with special technology RAM coatings which would include the application, hand and/or machine finishing of aircraft components, parts and fine details such as contours and tapers.
NOTES:
1. The ability to perform basic computer skills will be required in order to operate computer controlled paint robots.
2. Must have documented evidence of ability to read and interpret complex assembly and installation blueprints.
3. Must possess active Security Clearance(s) as required by the respective program. Candidates may start with approved Interim clearance.
Desired Skills
- Previous LO coatings experience
- 5 years experience as a Low observable coater
- Previous F-35 or F-22 coatings experience
Pay Information

• $27.77 - $52.76

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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.