Inspector - Missile & Systems Sr
Cape Canaveral, Florida
Cape Canaveral, Florida
Job Responsibilities
Description:IAM Hourly represented employees who currently work at the main (Sunnyvale/Palo Alto) unit, Santa Cruz, Vandenburg Air Force Base or Eastern Range facilities must apply to open requisitions on Brass Ring to be considered for the position.
Witness conformance to testing requirements for all tests which utilize electrical,
electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, optical and environmental equipment
required to simulate conditions encountered during operations; compare accumulated
data with specified requirements and accept those tests which prove product systems,
subsystems, and assemblies. Inspect vehicle and support equipment parts, and
assemblies for conformance to blueprints, inspection standards, specifications and
certified processes. Perform Quality Assurance (QA) tasks during handling, processing
and testing of ordnance assemblies and subassemblies.
Inspect the installation and hookup of test devices, support equipment, test complexes
and recording/control instrumentation used to determine performance characteristics of
vehicles, systems, subsystems and assemblies during flight simulation and certification
testing.
Witness test performance, assuring conformance to written test control parameters.
Compare accumulated performance data with test procedure criteria and accept those
tests meeting requirements.
Inspect systems used to checkout flight vehicles and related support and facility equipment
for conformance to engineering prerelease or released drawings or sketches, inspection
standards and specifications.
Recommend changes to design, tools, and operation sequencing to planning, engineering,
and supervising personnel. Review fabrication processes/sequencing to ensure
producibility and installation of parts are in conformance with current manufacturing and
inspection standards.
Work with liaison personnel, interface organizations and customer personnel to
recommend changes in test procedures, equipment, or design.
Inspect the disassembly, alteration, modification, re-assembly, and test of functional and
non-functional items and certify conformance to specifications. Ensure completeness and
accuracy of all inspection records and test data. Document discrepancies noted during
inspection.
Inspect product assembly and subassembly operations and certify completeness and
conformance of workmanship with Company, Customer and contract requirements.
Inspect the handling, packaging, testing and installation of ordnance components
ensuring compliance to safety, product specifications and procedures.
Set up and operate NDE testing and inspection equipment used to perform magnetic
particle, ultrasound and dye penetrant evaluation on casting, machined parts and welded
assemblies.
Inspect intricate machined parts, tooling fixtures, templates, patterns and gages used in
fabrication of new, developmental and/or mock-up assemblies for conformance to
specifications, workmanship, dimensional accuracy, and blueprints using precision
instruments including micrometers, vernier calipers, height gages, gauge blocks,
surface plates, and coordinate measuring machine.
Perform source inspection at outside vendors. All vendor supplied items will be
Inspected in accordance with blueprints, specification, engineering data,
procurement data sheets, and purchase orders.
Stamp/approve acceptable items and reject unacceptable items. Represent inspection
during the investigation of malfunctions and in determining inspection requirements and
documentation for rework and repair.
Maintain, in accordance with current operating procedures, all records of assembly and
test operations in a current status and review for completeness prior to final closure.
Maintain equipment logs and records.
Use information processing equipment as required to perform the above tasks and perform related duties as assigned.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
• Requires a background in electronics/mechanical testing and theory equivalent to completion of a two year program in electronics and physics, and mechanical technology as presented by junior colleges and technical institutes and at least three years of directly related experience in inspection activities associated with vehicle systems and test = complexes.
• Read and interpret all types of detail and assembly blueprints, drawings, sketches and circuit diagrams, related to functional systems, structures and instrumentation.
• Certifiable in solder, wire wrap and crimping processes and ordnance handling and processing. Additional process certifications may be assigned in Non Destructive Testing (NDT) and hardness testing.
• A complete knowledge of inspection practices and procedures; environmental functional and operational test methods; and a variety of functional and environmental test equipment relating to missiles, support equipment and their components, sub-systems and integration.
• A thorough knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical theory and inspection practices as related to missile structures and assemblies.
• Read and interpret all types of detail and assembly blueprints, drawings, sketches and circuit and wiring diagrams, related to missile systems, structures, support equipment and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of shop mathematics including trigonometry and training in Geometric Tolerancing and Dimensioning.
• Ability to use all types of inspection precision measuring instruments.
Desired Skills:
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Fleet Ballistic Missile practices and processes.
• Experience with SAP Quality functions, including QNotes.
• Experience interacting with DCMA and US Government customers.
• Experience with customer relations.
• Basic understanding of Ground Equipment, both electrical & mechanical.
• Experience using precision instruments including micrometers, vernier calipers, height gages, gauge blocks, surface plates, and coordinate measuring machine (CMM)
• Experienced with performing source inspection at outside vendor
• Certified Weld Inspector (CWI)
• Experience operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) set up and operating testing experience
• Inspecte handling, packaging, testing, and installation of ordnance components
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Top 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
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: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
About
At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Mission-Focused Innovation: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can solve the world's most complex challenges for our customers.
Foundational Values: Our culture of performance excellence, ethics, teamwork and inclusion is embedded in everything we do.
Diverse Career Opportunities with Meaningful Work: Grow your career and skills for life. Our technology-driven learning platforms and programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities and our planet.
Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:
- Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
- Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
- Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions
Qualifications
See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.
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Collaborative
There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.
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Curious
The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.
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Goal-oriented
From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.
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Proactive
The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.
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Problem Solver
You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.
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Strategic
You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.
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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”
Ryan J., Enterprise Operations
Benefits
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.
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401(k)/Retirement Plans
Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.
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Professional Development
We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.
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Paid Time Off
We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.
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Flex-time
Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.