Thermal Protection Application Technician

Basic Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft or autobody or similar surface preparation and coatings/painting and/or anti-corrosion chemical application and treatment.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Work Schedule:

Thursday - Sunday (6 AM - 4:30 PM)

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future‑ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation.

And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Thermal Protection Application Technician 2 in Courtland, AL
! As a key member of our team responsible for component manufacturing, disassembly, assembly, and materials stewardship within our Courtland, Alabama facility.

This role requires that you be able to work from engineering drawings, written work instructions, and process specifications to meet quality production standards. You will need to be a self‑starter, capable of working independently or leading a team with minimal supervision in an environment where the ability to perform is essential.

As the Thermal Protection Application Technician you will be responsible for a variety of essential job functions, such as:

• Perform washing, chemical treatments, and surface prep/application/finishing to ensure optimal TPS adhesion and longevity.
• Prepare missile, parts, components, and surfaces, ensuring all areas are properly protected and free from contaminants.
• Utilize various hand tools and hand‑held power tools such as grinders, sanders, paint guns, and measuring devices to achieve desired TPS finishes.
• Maintain and troubleshoot application equipment to ensure continuous operation and optimal performance in the aerospace industry.
• Ensure all surfaces are prepped to exact specifications, applying advanced techniques to achieve optimal paint adhesion and a high‑quality finish.

• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee will be required to equip PPE as required to perform job tasks.
• Use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear.
• Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and work on or in the aircraft.
• Frequently lift and/or push or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Perform repetitive movements and work overhead.
• The employee is regularly exposed to vibration.

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growth‑oriented environment.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

• Knowledge and use of hand tools such as grinders, sanders, paint guns, and measuring devices.
• 1+ years Aerospace manufacturing experience or related field.
• Experienced with TPS or equivalent application including washing, chemical treatments, and surface prep/application/finishing
• Final assembly (missile preferred experience) and required safety and contamination protections are in place.

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.

Onsite Full‑time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.