Job Description
Job Title:  Inspector Sr - N2
Posting Start Date:  8/24/26
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WHAT WE'RE DOING
You will be the Quality Inspector supporting TLS programs, providing all inspections’ needs to the manufacturing and testing area as well as coaching line operators and assemblers, and actively collaborating with both the various TLS Program Integrated Production Teams and Performance Management Teams (PMTs).
 
THE WORK
  • This position is responsible for the inspection of the TLS products following the detailed Inspection Plan from the program Quality Engineer which will drive the following actions: creation and communicating non-conformances via Q-notes, perform daily review of work in progress, work with QE and Supervisor for inspection priorities and tasks, assist QE with review of all non-conforming material on the program non-conforming rack weekly for accuracy and status.
  • Assistance and support of audits of processes and procedures to ensure factory and program compliance with command media, local guidance, and industry standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement through the active participation in OET, champion RCCA of defects to prevent recurrence and to collaborate with the preventative actions.
 
WHO WE ARE

Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating original solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night. We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.

 
WHO YOU ARE

You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.

STANDARD JOB DESCRIPTION

Uses predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to inspect visually in-process and completed products such as electronic units and subsystems, precision electromechanical assemblies or mechanical units, subassemblies, structural flaws, internal defects, and missing welds. Uses various measuring devices. Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems. Works from blueprints, diagrams, dial indicators, preset micrometers, scales, fixtures, customer specifications, drawing or inspection instructions and checklists. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

Basic Qualifications

 
• Experienced with IPC-A-620 and IPC-J-STD-001
• Detail-oriented and proficient at understanding drawings diagrams, parts lists, IPC manuals, revision control, reference documents and work instructions
• Experience with aerospace cables and harnesses.
• Proficient with common inspections tools and equipment  
• Experienced with Quality best practices
• Ability to perform Repair and Rework Inspections
• Ability to perform In-Process Manufacturing Inspections
• Experience following the detailed Inspection plan from the program QE

Desired Skills

• College Degree or more than 3 years of Quality Inspection experience

• Experience with IPC-620 and J-STD Space Addendums

• Experience with Productions/Operations Teams

• A team player with strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to interface effectively and diplomatically with assemblers, test technicians, engineers, Customers and management when resolving quality issues

• Experienced with active PMT Continuous

improvement

• Experienced with Lean Six Sigma 

• Familiarity with the Nonconformance life cycle through active engagement with relevant parties (Depot, Operations, Supply chain, Lab management, Test, System engineering, and Software Engineering)

• Experiencing assisting QE with review of all non-conforming material on the program non-conforming rack for accuracy and status

• Experience performing FAI measurements and providing FAI data to QE for completion

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $41900.00 - $77700.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.  

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (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.