Inspector - Machined Parts Spec - N3

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Littleton, CO, is hiring a Quality Inspector to inspect machined and composite hardware, ensuring conformance to drawings and specifications. The role includes preparing documentation for nonconforming parts and applying corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

The position supports a 2nd shift (4x10 Mon-Thurs) with potential overtime. US citizenship is required to meet program requirements, and familiarity with space-grade manufacturing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Proficient with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to visually inspect in-process and finished products using predetermined methods.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D/3D engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and accessing specifications electronically.
• Able to work with cross-functional groups (Engineering, Program Management, Customers).

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined, mechanical, and composite hardware to meet quality requirements.
• Prepare paper and electronic documentation for nonconforming hardware.
• Identify root causes of defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Support 2nd shift and overtime to meet production deliverables.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T

Visual inspection

Reading drawings (2D/3D)

Office software

Cross-functional collaboration

Shift flexibility

US Citizenship

Tools

Apriso

SAP

Job description

Standard Job Description

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Inspects machined or partially machined parts, using predetermined methods and sequences to ensure compliance with customer and company specifications and quality requirements; devises setups to measure the accuracy of compound angles, exacting tolerances, and numerous dimensions. Works from drawings, sketches, and specification. Analyzes defective parts to determine cause of defect and recommends corrective action. May determine method and sequences necessary to perform inspections. May inspect first run and production parts where standard checking devices are not available and special inspection tools and layouts are required. May improvise or adapt inspection measuring instruments as needed. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires considerable knowledge of machining operation and some experience.

We have an immediate opportunity for a Quality Inspector supporting production activities at the Littleton, CO. Mechanical Manufacturing Center (MMC). You will perform a variety of tasks for inspecting machined, mechanical, and composite hardware to eliminate quality control issues. You will also prepare paper and electronic documentation on nonconforming hardware. Bring your continuous improvement mindset, focus on world class quality, and dedication to the critical responsibility of doing "what's right" for the product and our customers to ensure the highest quality and success. This position will require working off shifts and non-standard work weeks and overtime as needed to meet product deliverables in addition to the scheduled 2nd shift 4x10A schedule.

This role will require additional support of mechanism assembly and composites development shop as the need arises. Inspections will include layup, bonding, structures assembly, mechanism assembly, chemical lab, additive manufacturing, and various other areas throughout the factory.

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
• Ability to use predetermined methods and specifications to visually inspect in-process and completed products
• Ability to use calibrated inspection equipment to validate dimensions or features
• Proficient with GD&T
• Experience in quality inspection techniques, and identification of nonconforming hardware
• Ability to comprehend detailed work instructions, interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings, schematics, sketches, specifications and standards
• Experienced with Microsoft Office applications, and the use of computer resources to access specifications, engineering drawings, etc.
• Able to work effectively with cross functional groups - Engineering, Program Management and Customers with minimal assistance.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays depending on production needs.
• Ability to support a 2nd shift (nights) on a 4x10 Mon-Thurs schedule
• US Citizenship required to meet program requirements

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Space vehicles and architecture, programs, and requirements.
• Knowledge and proficiency using Apriso and SAP.
• Broad mechanical production experience to include working knowledge of composite structures, machined parts, and mechanism assemblies
• Previous industry related certifications to include: Hardware Torquing, Adhesive Bonding, Polymerics
• Quality Assurance inspection background preferred
• Working knowledge of Quality Management System requirements including AS9100, ISO9000 and/or AS9003.
• Experience with Government Customers (e.g. NASA) and requirements flow downs.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $65000.00 - $120800.00

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.