Tech Non-Destruct Test Spec - N3

Lockheed Martin; Courtland (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) technician to perform radiographic testing on materials and components, read procedures, and determine acceptance criteria. You will collaborate with a team and sometimes work with remote NDT personnel while supporting Space Systems programs. The role requires NAS-410 Level I/II certification, plus IRRSP/State Card and a U.S.

citizenship. The successful candidate will work toward multiple Level II LM Space NDT certifications and

Qualifications

• High School diploma with specialized technical training equivalent to an Associate’s degree and demonstrated ability to perform technical tasks.
• Level I or II NAS-410 Radiographic certification.
• Familiarity with AWS, ASME, MIL-STDs, and ASTM standards.
• Must provide IRRSP or State Card Certification.
• U.S. Citizen required.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) on materials, parts, and assemblies using radiography (CR/DR) and other NDT methods.
• Read and interpret procedures to accept or reject hardware/products.
• Support Space Systems programs with engineering tasks and coordinate with remote NDT teams.
• Develop plan to acquire LM Space NDT Level II certifications per NAS-410.

Skills

US Citizenship

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma with technical training equivalent to an Associate’s degree

Tools

NAS-410 Radiographic Certification (Level I/II)

IRRSP/State Card Certification

Microsoft Office

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.

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.
Performs non‑destructive testing (NDT) on materials, manufactured items, and components. Inspects metallic and non‑metallic materials, parts, and assemblies for defects using automated and manual NDT methods and techniques including specifically radiography with an emphasis on CR and DR. Reads and interprets technical procedures and work instructions to conduct evaluations for acceptance/rejection of hardware/products. Provides other engineering support for all Space Systems programs and sites. Works primarily with a team but also works independently to perform day‑to‑day tasks. Additionally, works with remote teams of NDT personnel. Supports program‑required inspections during off‑shifts, sometimes with short notice, to ensure program hardware production is on‑schedule. Upon starting in your new role, your manager and senior NDT engineers will help you develop a plan to acquire and maintain multiple LM Space NDT Level II certifications per NAS‑410.

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

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized technical training equivalent to a technical Associate’s degree and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical/para-engineering tasks
• Level I or Level II performing NAS-410 Radiographic (RT) Film/Non-Film certification
• Familiar and experience with Microsoft Office products
• Experience with American Welding Society (AWS), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), MIL-STDs, and ASTM International standards
• Must be able to provide Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel (IRRSP) or State Card Certification
• Must be a U.S. Citizen to meet program requirements

Desired Skills

• Experience in Computed Tomography (CT) or Digital Radiography (DR). Candidate must provide formal and OJT training hours.
• Experience interpreting film radiographs, Computed Tomography (CT) and Digital Radiography (DR) images
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Experience working with external and internal customers, to include Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
• Ability to acquire a Security Clearance (Secret Level)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $50300.00 - $93300.00

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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, 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.