Technician Training Program - CO AMTAP Cohort

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must meet all requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and pass both written and hands‑on certifications
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Willingness to work first, second, or 3x12 (Fri‑Sun) shifts post‑training

N9091:
Technician Training Program

Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Program (AMTAP)

Tentative Cohort

Start Date:

June 2026

Location:

Lockheed Martin Space Facility, Littleton, CO

Are you ready to launch your career in advanced manufacturing and space technology? No prior experience? No problem! Join the Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Program (AMTAP)—a U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship—and learn how to build space flight hardware from the ground up. This program blends hands‑on learning with classroom instruction and sets you on a path to earn industry‑recognized certifications while gaining real‑world experience in a cutting‑edge aerospace environment.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Our AMTAP program is designed to train the next generation of advanced manufacturing technicians with:

• High‑quality instruction with a proven graduation success rate above the national average
• Hands‑on and classroom learning opportunities
• Access to industry‑recognized certifications, fully sponsored by Lockheed Martin
• A pathway to potential full‑time employment with competitive benefits

As an Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprentice, you will:

• Learn to build and maintain aerospace components using precision techniques
• Develop technical skills like torquing, soldering, point‑to‑point wiring, and reading engineering documents
• Earn certifications such as IPC 620 – Cable Harness Certification and JSTD Limited Solder
• Gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic, fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment

• Participate in a 9‑week paid training program (progress contingent on successful completion of each phase)
• Work 40 hours per week during training
• Develop technical skills essential to advanced manufacturing and aerospace production
• Perform precision work on components ranging from 0.002” to 0.25”
• Apply industry and NASA standards to manufacturing processes
• Collaborate effectively in a team‑based environment
• Opportunity to earn multiple certifications fully funded by Lockheed Martin
• Post‑training, contribute to production activities and support full‑time operations

• Paid training at $17/hour, with benefits
• Hands‑on work with tools and components; requires manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Facility operates 7 days per week with potential for non‑standard shifts post‑training
• Team‑oriented, fast‑paced, and dynamic manufacturing environment
• Opportunity for career growth, additional certifications, and full‑time employment

Nice‑to‑have skills that strengthen candidacy

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Background in electrical or electronic theory
• Prior experience in an aerospace or production environment
• Demonstrated integrity, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills

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.

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.

Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in Colorado is $31,616 – $50,591. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

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.

Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in Colorado is $36,504 – $50,591. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

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.