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Energetics Lab Technician - Troy, AL

Lockheed Martin

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Troy, AL (On-Site/Office)

Job Number 715232BR

Description:
You will be the Energetics Lab Technician for the Energetics Lab team. Our team is responsible for advancing energetic material research and delivering safe, high-performance solutions for defense and energy applications.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Energetics lab technician you will be responsible for:
• Support Chemists to oversee all laboratory activities and ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures
• Collaborate with lab personnel, chemists and laboratory technicians to design and implement experiments, analyze data, and troubleshoot issues, taking direction and working independently to support lab operations and testing
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and perform in accordance with these procedures
• Support the maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements
• Support chemists to document all experimental data, observations, and results in a clear and concise manner, and prepare technical reports as needed
• Conduct all laboratory activities in a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Support management with inventory of energetic materials, ensuring that materials are properly stored and within their expiration dates
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of new laboratory methods and procedures

Why Join Us

We are looking for a meticulous, collaborative professional who thrives in a high-stakes laboratory setting. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to communicate technical findings clearly. This role offers the chance to make a direct impact on cutting-edge research that protects our nation and advances energy technology.

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 .

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Troy. Discover more about our Troy, Alabama location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:
• Prior experience in a laboratory setting, experience with energetic materials preferred
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures for handling, testing and disposing of energetic materials
• Experience or prior knowledge of ingredient weighing, mechanical and pneumatic grinding equipment, vertical double planetary mixers, and sample preparation for testing
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality
• Flexibility to work in shifts or on weekends, as required
• Some travel may be required
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• This position may require that the employee be eligible and maintain eligibility for a Secret Clearance
Desired Skills:
- Experience mixing rocket motor energetics and familiarity with associated equipment
- Minimum of 7 years of energetic or related laboratory experience
- Experience with mixing energetic materials to include solid propellants
- Experience guiding and training other technicians
- Experience enforcing and informing all safety protocols and procedures for working with energetic materials, including proper handling, storage, and disposal.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Technicians
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
group id: lckmtncx

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