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Engineering Aide Specialist

Ocala, Florida
Full Time On-site

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Job Description

Job ID: 726490BR Date posted: Apr. 29, 2026
Description:

You will be the Engineering Aide Specialist for the Engineering Support Team. Our team is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electromechanical equipment and systems.



What You Will Be Doing

As the Engineering Aide Specialist you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical equipment across multiple test areas.



Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:



  • Construct, troubleshoot, and diagnose electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical equipment.

  • Perform maintenance and repairs on components, devices, and systems using schematics and engineering drawings.

  • Operate test equipment, conduct tests, and report data in prescribed formats.

  • Manage tooling and equipment inventory across multiple storage facilities.

  • Coordinate with vendors and buyers to obtain quotes, repairs, and procure test equipment and supplies.



Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering high‑quality engineering support. This role offers direct impact on mission‑critical systems and opportunities to grow technical expertise.



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 Ocala. Discover more about our Ocala, Florida location.



MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.


Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum of a two-year degree program majoring in: Electronic engineering, Electronic Engineering Technology, or related discipline.

OR,

• Two (2) years of military service with electronic education and applied experience.

• Electrical hardware troubleshooting experience.
• Experience in reading schematics.
• Experience with analog and/or digital and mixed- signal circuits
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance
Desired Skills:
• Understanding of the structure and manufacture of electrical components
• Experience with common electronic test equipment
• Experience with analog/digital and mixed-signal circuitry analysis and troubleshooting.
• Ability to manage various tasks under time-sensitive constraints
• Familiar with SAP
• Experience controlling and handling inventory
• Critical thinker
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills
Clearance Level: None
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: Electronics Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is the largest defense contractor in the United States and one of the most influential aerospace and security companies in the world. The company develops advanced systems across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains, including fighter aircraft like the F-35, missile defense systems, satellites, space exploration technologies, and classified intelligence platforms that support U.S. and allied national security missions.

For job seekers, Lockheed Martin offers a wide range of career opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, aerospace design, systems integration, manufacturing, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on some of the most advanced and widely deployed defense systems in the world. Many roles involve supporting long-term programs with direct impact on military readiness and global security.

Unlike smaller defense firms that focus on niche technologies, Lockheed Martin operates at massive scale across multiple mission areas, giving employees exposure to complex systems such as stealth aircraft, missile defense networks, hypersonics, space-based systems, and autonomous platforms. The company also plays a major role in classified programs and next-generation defense technologies that shape the future of warfare and deterrence strategy.

As global defense priorities continue to shift toward advanced aerospace systems, space dominance, and integrated multi-domain operations, Lockheed Martin remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking stable, highly technical, and mission-driven careers with global impact, Lockheed Martin continues to stand as a defining pillar of aerospace and national security.

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