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Model Maker

Liverpool, NY · On-site

$37.30 - $40.44/hr

... Toolmaker. • High School degree or equivalency. • Ability to obtain and maintain required ... EEO Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered ...

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What is it like to work at Lockheed Martin?

Lockheed Martin is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous learning. The company's diverse workforce is organized into multidisciplinary teams that work together to design, develop, and deliver advanced technologies and systems for various industries, including defense, space, and commercial aviation. Working at Lockheed Martin offers opportunities to contribute to high-profile projects, develop cutting-edge skills, and be part of a global leader in the aerospace and defense industry.

Do workers at Lockheed Martin get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
73% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Does Lockheed Martin pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
67% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

At Lockheed Martin, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
79% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Lockheed Martin affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
91% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Lockheed Martin?

Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 55% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 15% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Lockheed Martin worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
95% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do Lockheed Martin workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
43% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 68 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Lockheed Martin workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
44% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Lockheed Martin?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
81% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Lockheed Martin managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
92% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Lockheed Martin do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
81% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Lockheed Martin?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
83% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 84 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Lockheed Martin job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
83% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

Is working at Lockheed Martin good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
81% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Lockheed Martin feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Lockheed Martin get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
79% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Lockheed Martin?

Most people feel stressed out here.
68% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Lockheed Martin enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
75% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 77 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Lockheed Martin recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Lockheed Martin?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
48% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Lockheed Martin?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 71% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Lockheed Martin’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
78% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 81 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Lockheed Martin is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
35% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 82 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.
Infographic showing various Toolmaker job openings at Lockheed Martin in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Model Maker

$37.30 - $40.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Lockheed Martin rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 378 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 59 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Job 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.
EEO
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.
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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.
Other Important Information
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.
Work Schedule Information
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.
Premium Pay Statement
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.

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About Lockheed Martin

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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bethesda, MD, US

Year founded

1912