Technician Lead - N5

About the role

At Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company, we are at the forefront of aerospace innovation, driving the development and deployment of cutting-edge technology in the field of aviation. We solve the great problems of our times with innovative technologies that define eras. The role seeks a technically skilled aerospace technician who can lead or work independently on projects, communicate effectively, interpret engineering documentation, and manage resources and reporting.

Experience with experimental testing, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, electrical harnesses, composite fabrication, basic aircraft construction methods, and operation of sensitive test equipment is required. While performing these duties, the ideal candidate should have strong technical writing abilities, be proficient with Microsoft Office, possess familiarity with 3D CAD and data acquisition software, and have the ability to perform process controls and improvement. Excludes technicians assigned to production or quality assurance environments.

US citizenship required as most programs and projects assigned are ITAR restricted.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document experimental programs
• Manage maintenance for large-scale equipment such as autoclaves and wind tunnel models
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary fabrication and test efforts
• Prepare technical documentation including work orders, test reports, and data processing documentation

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as an engineering/technician supporting composite material development, wind tunnel testing, or experimental fabrication
• Proven ability to interpret engineering documentation
• Strong technical writing skills

Desired Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office and tools such as LabVIEW, 3DEXPERIENCE, SolidWorks, or CATIA
• Understanding of wind tunnel performance evaluation, thermal system assessment, and structural/fatigue substantiation
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt or equivalent basic process improvement methodology

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10)
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (performance-based, not guaranteed)

For Washington state applicants only: Non-represented full-time employees accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) for incidental absences and receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month, up to 52 hours of sick leave annually, and receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Pay

Full-Time Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $151,200.00