Description:Advanced Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship Program (AMTAP)

Tentative Cohort Start Date: April 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.

Company Mission & Program Overview
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

This program is ideal for individuals with a passion for learning, precision work, and working with their hands to help make space exploration possible.

Role Overview
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

This apprenticeship is designed for career growth—graduates often transition into full-time roles with increased responsibilities and competitive pay.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
• 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

Work Environment
• 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
Basic Qualifications:
Candidates must meet all requirements below to be considered.
• 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
Desired Skills:
These “nice-to-have” skills strengthen candidacy but are not required.
• 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
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: Part-Time as assigned by leader
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $31,616 - $50,591. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
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.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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: SPACE
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Technicians
Type: Call-In
Shift: First