Electrician - Navy / Submarine (Palmdale)

Job ID : 701479BR Date posted : Aug. 12, 2025

Description : MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN (Code 6493)

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY :

This occupation requires repair, installation and maintenance of plant electrical systems and equipment.

MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN A

WORK PERFORMED :

Determines routing, location and method of installing wiring systems, conduits, electrical equipment, fixtures, and accessories, following trade practice, blueprints, wiring diagrams and applicable state, municipal, and underwriters' specifications, codes and ordinances; determines need for repair or replacement, best and safest method of restoring interrupted service. Computes wire gauge, power and load limit requirements when required.

Performs such construction and maintenance operations as installing and maintaining large motors, transformer banks, welding generators, panels, electrical control systems and switchboards. Does repair and installation on energized electrical circuits. Maintains electrical systems and accessories, on plant machines and equipment; or

Determines by inspection the electrical repair, replacement and maintenance operations necessary to maintain in efficient operating condition all types of overhead crane and hoist equipment. Maintains electrical accessories, control devices, wiring, and other components of the system. Makes emergency repairs as required, or

Disassembles, repairs, and reassembles motors, generators, exciters, and converters. Diagnoses trouble and determines method of repair and replacement units required. Replaces parts and units as is necessary, reassembles equipment and tests for conformance to specifications.

Performs mechanical operations necessary to the dismantling, disassembly, repair and installation of electrical units.

TYPICAL MATERIALS, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT USED :

Materials worked on : Electric motors, generators, transformers, switchboard, magnetic starters, relays, control systems and other electrical equipment.

Materials worked with : Wire, tape, solder, conduit, insulators, fuses, breakers, switches, relays, screws, bolts, lubricants, insulating varnished, lighting fixtures, and other electrical repair and replacement parts and supplies.

Tools used : electricians' hand tools, soldering irons, wire strippers, wire pullers, hickeys; wire gauges, measuring instruments such as ammeters, voltmeters, wattmeters, ohmmeters, meg ohmmeters.

Equipment used : Power tools such as drill presses, hack saws, pipe benders and threaders; block and tackle, power winches, scaffolding, ladders, safety belts, aerial platforms, mobile scaffolding.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIRED :

To use electricians' hand tools and electrical testing and measuring instruments. To use electrical shop power tools, equipment and accessories. To use electrical handbooks and charts.

To apply a complete knowledge of electrical maintenance and shop theory, practice, procedure, codes and ordinances. To read and interpret complex wiring and circuit diagrams, installation and construction blueprints. To use mathematics involving algebra.

Works at various heights.

Must possess and maintain licenses and certifications when required.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience with trouble shooting, maintaining, servicing and / or repair of electrical system and infrastructure.

Desired Skills :

State Electrical Journeyman License.

Able to work off elevated platforms.

Extensive machine tool and electrical control knowledge.

Comprehensive knowledge of electrical repair and troubleshooting.

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 : 9x80 every other Friday off

The base range for this position in California is $33.06 - $52.16.

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. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.

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 : AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available : Possible

Career Area : Facilities

Type : Full-Time

Shift : First