Mechanical Inspection Supervisor

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Dallas, TX is seeking an Inspection Supervisor to lead the Mechanical Quality Inspection team on 2nd shift, ensuring product integrity and conformance to milestones.

You will oversee a crew of non-exempt inspectors, handle recruitment and evaluations, and drive continuous improvement while safeguarding quality and compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level STEM degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Experience in manufacturing/production environments.
• Hands-on experience with MES/ERP/MRP and factory management software including data entry and reporting.
• Ability to develop and apply quantitative metrics to drive data-driven decisions and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a crew of non-exempt inspectors.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
• Assign daily tasks and manage shift operations.
• Validate product conformance to critical milestones.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supervising a team

Data-driven decision making

Manufacturing knowledge

Process improvement

Performance metrics

Education

Bachelor's or higher in STEM or related field

Tools

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

ERP

MRP

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Inspection Supervisor for the Mechanical Quality Inspection team. Our team is responsible for ensuring product integrity, meeting critical production milestones, validating product conformance, and driving continuous improvement.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Inspection Supervisor you will lead a crew of non‑exempt inspectors, oversee recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and day‑to‑day task assignments while safeguarding product integrity.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Lead and mentor a crew of non‑exempt inspectors.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
• Assign daily tasks and manage shift operations.
• Validate product conformance to critical milestones.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is collaborative, detail‑oriented, and committed to excellence. This role offers the opportunity to influence production quality on a 2nd shift schedule while working with cutting‑edge inspection processes. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• STEM degree at Bachelor's level or above or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment
• Hands‑on experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, ERP, MRP, or other factory‑management software – including configuration, data entry, and reporting
• Demonstrated ability to develop, track, and apply quantitative metrics to influence data‑driven decision making and process improvement

Desired Skills

• STEM degree at Bachelor's level or above preferred
• Understanding of Quality Assurance/Inspection concepts
• Experience operating in a unionized environment and familiarity with collective‑bargaining agreements
• Knowledge of quality‑assurance and inspection methodologies, including AS9100 and other aerospace standards
• Familiarity with LockheedMartin corporate policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated customer‑relationship management skills
• Strong communication, team‑building, and full‑spectrum leadership abilities

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $72500.00 - $134600.00

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.