Nondestructive Inspection Technician, F-35- Level 4

Lockheed Martin; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 54,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

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 Fort Smith, Arkansas seeks an NDI Technician, F-35 Level 4, to ensure airworthiness of F-35 structural assemblies. Based at Ebbing Field ANG, Ft. Smith AR, you will perform precise non-destructive inspections and QA duties for the fleet.

Responsibilities include NDA inspections, CAPA reporting, root-cause analysis, and supporting training and global NDI requirements, with travel as needed. NAS410 Level II UT/ET certification required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be NAS410 NDI Level II in Ultrasonics (UT) and Eddy Current (ET).
• Minimum three years of experience working on aircraft utilizing NDI equipment, standards, probes, etc. in performance of NDI inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive and dimensional inspections of F-35 structural assemblies, forgings, and sonic configurations.
• Conduct scheduled Process Compliance Surveillance inspections, write/review CAPA reports, and perform root-cause analysis.
• Execute incident and mishap investigation audits, preparing quality documentation, trend analyses, and corrective action plans.
• Support local F-35 FMS training and, when required, global NDI requirements—including short-notice travel and temporary-duty assignments.
• Operate computerized workstations, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain NAS-410 LevelII certification in Eddy Current and Ultrasonic disciplines.

Education

NAS410 NDI Level II in Ultrasonics (UT) and Eddy Current (ET)

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the NDI Technician, F-35- Level 4 for the team which is responsible for ensuring the airworthiness and quality of F-35 aircraft structural assemblies. This position is located at Ebbing Field ANG, Ft. Smith Arkansas.

Standard Job Description

You will be the NDI Technician, F-35- Level 4 for the team which is responsible for ensuring the airworthiness and quality of F-35 aircraft structural assemblies. This position is located at Ebbing Field ANG, Ft. Smith Arkansas.

What You Will Be Doing

As the NDI Technician, F-35- Level 4 you will be responsible for conducting precise non-destructive inspections and quality-assurance activities that keep the fleet mission-ready.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Perform non-destructive and dimensional inspections of F-35 structural assemblies, forgings, and sonic configurations.
• Conduct scheduled Process Compliance Surveillance inspections, write/review CAPA reports, and perform root-cause analysis.
• Execute incident and mishap investigation audits, preparing quality documentation, trend analyses, and corrective action plans.
• Support local F-35 FMS training and, when required, global NDI requirements—including short-notice travel and temporary-duty assignments.
• Operate computerized workstations, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain NAS-410 LevelII certification in Eddy Current and Ultrasonic disciplines.

What’s In It For You

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. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented, collaborative professional with a strong technical foundation in non-destructive inspection methods. You hold a current NAS-410 LevelII certification, can interpret complex engineering drawings, and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment. Your ability to work independently under general direction, coupled with excellent communication skills for inter-organizational interaction, makes you an essential contributor to both local and global F-35 sustainment efforts.

Further Information About This Opportunity

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN -This position is located at a facility that requiresspecial access. The selected candidate must possess an interim clearance to start and have the ability to obtain a Final Secret Clearance. This position may include certain required health screenings and immunizations.

Basic Qualifications

The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:

• Candidate must be certified as a NAS410 Nondestructive Inspection Level II in Ultrasonics (UT) and Eddy Current (ET)
• Candidate must have a minimum three years of experience working on aircraft utilizing NDI equipment, standards, probes, etc. in performance of NDI inspections.

Desired Skills

The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:

• Degree in related field from accredited university
• Experience with Liquid Penetrant Inspection (PT) and Radiography (RT) methods.
• Three years’ of recent (within one year) experience as a USAF, USN, USMC military aircraft maintenance technician or US Army Aviation helicopter maintenance technician.5th Generation fighter aircraft experience.
• Composite repair experience.
• Experience with Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS).
• Possess effective communication skills for coordinating with Aircraft Managers/Supervisors, Field Service Reps, System Engineers, Maintenance Logistics Support Managers, Customer (DCMA/GCQA), COR/QAE and maintainers regarding quality issues, Instrumentation System Integration, Deficiency Analysis/Reporting, customer complaints, and other issues related to higher quality as they occur. Current U.S. Passport.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $54300.00 - $100900.00

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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
• 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.