What You Will Be Doing:
We are currently seeking a dedicated Inspector to join our dynamic team, focusing on the F-35 aircraft. Applicant will perform non-destructive and dimensional inspections of aircraft structural assemblies, forgings, and/or sonic configurations in maintaining F-35 aircraft as part of the aircraft maintenance unit supporting sustainment operations at Ebbing Field ANG, Ft. Smith Arkansas. Job requirements & responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-Uses technical expertise in the field of non-destructive testing (NDT) with industry certifications in one or more industry recognized methods, e.g. liquid penetrant testing, magnetic particle testing, eddy current testing, ultrasonic testing, and visual testing.
- Perform evaluations including failure analysis, methods analysis, and inspection; preparing, revising, and reviewing NDT material/process specifications and NDT technique sheets including evaluation of supplier techniques/procedures through the Supplier Quality Assurance Report (SQAR) process to assure compliance with applicable aircraft workbook specifications, engineering drawings and technical data, in addition to approving or rejecting work accomplished by maintenance team members.
- Obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, Joint Oil Analysis (JOAP) etc.) as locally required.
- Provide technical support to manufacturing, engineering, programs, field personnel, and suppliers and validates non-destructive call-outs on engineering drawings. The candidate will manage the JOAP program.
- When not conducting NDT or JOAP activities, the candidate will conduct scheduled and unscheduled surveillance in a Quality inspector role, supporting the Quality Management System.
- Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Contributes to the completion of specific programs and projects. Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in serious program delays and considerable expenditure of resources. Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts, in the field. Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
- Must operate a computerized workstation and computer operated equipment.
- Must be able to demonstrate a knowledge of or have completed training in interpretation of engineering drawings.
- Must be able to work any shift as required to support customer including weekends
Must obtain and keep a flight-line driver’s competency card.
- Must have visual acuity correctable to 20/20
- Must be able to travel to support customer needs
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting
- Must be a U.S. citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access

Essential Job Functions/Physical Demands:
Standing: Requires full time standing with limited resting periods and to walk distances. Sit for extended periods if required.
Heights: Able to work at heights. Able to climb stairs or ladders as required. Able to work off of step stools, scissor lifts, lift platforms and aircraft structure without handrails.

What’s In It For You:
We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Basic Qualifications:
- Candidate must be certified at least to NAS 410 (current revision) Level II in the following NDT disciplines: Eddy Current and Ultrasonic.

- Candidate must have a minimum of three years working on aircraft utilizing NDT tools, equipment and performance of NDT inspection specifications.
Desired Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in related field from accredited university

- Nondestructive Testing - Level III Certification

- 5th Generation Fighter Experience

- Experience with the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS)

- Three years’ of recent (within one year) experience as a USAF, USN, USMC military aircraft maintenance technician or US Army Aviation helicopter maintenance technician.

- Familiar with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 21-101 and/or OPNAV 4790 Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) instructions.

- Current U.S. Passport

- Possess effective communication skills for coordinating with Aircraft Managers/Supervisors, Field Service Reps, System Engineers, Maintenance Logistics Support Managers, Customer (DCMA/GCQA), COR/QAE and maintainers regarding quality issues, Instrumentation System Integration, Deficiency Analysis/Reporting, customer complaints, and other issues related to higher quality as they occur.

- Excellent organizational, administration, and computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite 2010.)
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: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week
Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First