QA Inspector

Lockheed Martin Corporation; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; 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 Space in New Orleans seeks a Production Quality Inspector to inspect incoming batches, verify supplier conformance, perform visual inspections, and manage nonconformance processes. This role is based at the Michoud Assembly Facility and requires careful handling of parts and documentation.

You will work with SAP, LIMS, and EDSS systems, communicate with suppliers, and ensure parts meet engineering specifications while supporting a safe, efficient production environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced hands-on inspection experience.
• Strong grasp of quality-control principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must be a U.S. citizen (facility requires special access).

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming batches from suppliers.
• Verify supplier met all requirements.
• Perform visual inspections on parts and submit parts for lab testing.
• Accept parts into stock.

Skills

Advanced hands-on inspection

Quality-control knowledge

Microsoft Office

U.S. citizenship

Tools

SAP

LIMS

EDSS

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.

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.

This position is part of the Production Quality Organization and is responsible for inspecting components used on all programs at LMSpace, Michoud Assembly Facility.

In this role, you will inspect incoming batches from suppliers, verify that the supplier met all requirements, perform visual inspections on parts, submit parts for lab testing, and accept parts into stock.

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced hands‑on inspection experience.
• Strong grasp of quality‑control principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must be a U.S. citizen (facility requires special access).

Desired Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as a team member.
• Experience performing receiving‑product inspections and mechanical/electrical inspections.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, product specifications, and manufacturing plans.
• Capable of initiating and processing non‑conformance documentation.
• Experience with receiving and inspection software systems such as SAP, LIMS, and EDSS.
• Minimum of 3years of hands‑on inspection experience.

Pay Information

• $27.99 - $44.16

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
• Long-Term Disability

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• 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) 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.