Non-Destructive Test; NDT Inspector

Description

OCCUPATIONAL

SUMMARY:

Identify, evaluate, interpret, and document findings from Non‑Destructive Test (NDT) inspections on structures, assemblies, systems, components, materials, and parts to ensure compliance with applicable specifications and drawings.

• Set up, maintain, and operate NDT equipment and processes using visual, magnetic particle, and/or dye penetrant testing.
• Determine inspection methods and appropriate techniques based on specifications, drawings, and engineering information.
• Identify, interpret, analyze, and document inspection results according to acceptance criteria.
• Record data from sketches, drawings, test procedures, blueprints, and other engineering sources.
• Assist engineering and Level III Inspectors in developing inspection procedures, specifications, and techniques specific to local needs.
• Process and complete necessary disposition and documentation for acceptance or rejection of parts or materials.
• Maintain solutions to accepted standards and set drying ovens, immersion times, drying times, and washing procedures.
• Perform inspections on rocket motors, small ordnance items, and miscellaneous hardware.
• Annotate processing documentation as needed.
• Conduct inspections for non‑Production partnership (P2) operations and review blueprints for support equipment alterations.

• Level I:
  Formal training and on‑the‑job training (OJT) with certified Level II personnel; basic calibration and inspection skills; no code sign‑off responsibility.
• Level II: NAS
  410 certification or equivalent in NDT test methods; ability to calibrate, inspect, interpret, and evaluate accept/reject decisions; responsibility to train Level I inspectors under Level III oversight.
• Physical:
  Pass pre‑employment physical and drug screen; possess a valid Washington State driver’s license.
• Security Clearance:
  Must obtain and retain a Department of Defense Secret clearance (interim Secret clearance required to start); U.S. citizenship required.

• American Welding Society Certified Weld Inspector (CWI).
• PT and MT Level II NDT Inspector to NAS
  410.
• Setup and operation of various NDT equipment.
• Inspection of parts and assemblies for defects using magnetic particle testing.
• Familiarity with inspection practices and procedures for missiles and components.

Requires a government security clearance; position requires Secret clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Onsite, full‑time at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Schedule:

9x80 with every other Friday off. Workforce hours may be standard 40‑hour week or condensed schedules.

Base range in Washington: $44.72 – $57.20 per hour. Benefits include 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.

Type:
Full‑Time;
Shift: First;
Experience Level: Hourly/Non‑Exempt;
Business Unit: SPACE;
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection;
Relocation Available:
No.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.