Launch Services QA Inspector

1 month ago


Lompoc, California, United States Lockheed Martin Full time

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The Payload Launch Sites Support Services (PLSSS) Program within LM Space provides all launch processing support functions for Office of Space Launch (OSL). One of the program's two primary operating locations is Vandenberg AFB, CA. Key elements of the PLSSS program scope include satellite launch processing, satellite transport operations, satellite propellant loading operations, and satellite processing facilities O&M, clean room operations, and safety and environmental services.

This occupation requires the inspection and/or performance of functional and operational tests on missile components, units, sub-systems and systems. Inspect installation of these items. Inspect the checkout and pre-flight test of completed vehicles. Set up and use a wide variety of standard and environmental laboratory test equipment. Certify conformance of all items to company, customer and manufacturers' requirements.

Conduct in laboratory or inspect functional and/or operational tests of missile components, sub-systems, systems, recording devices and test equipment. Use a wide variety of standard and environmental laboratory test equipment to determine conformance with specifications of electrical electronic, pneumatic, structural components and assemblies. Carry out complete inspection of installations and functional operation.

Inspect the installation of test devices, test equipment and recording instrumentation used to determine performance characteristics of entire vehicle or missile systems during ground and flight tests. May be required to maintain certification in propellant protective equipment (ie SCAPE).

Survey the disassembly, alteration, modification, reassembly and test of deviate items and certify conformance to specifications if acceptable. Ensure completeness and accuracy of all inspection records and test data. Certify completeness and conformance of workmanship with Company, customer and contract requirements. May be, required to perform precision cleaning inspection (PCI), non-volatile residue (NVR), proof-load inspections, certified welding inspections and non-destructive inspection (NDI). Inspect incorporation of design changes of items described herein. Prepare necessary documentation on all rejected or malfunctioning items. Ensure compliance with documentation and data management system processes.

Travel will be required.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience with inspection practices and procedures; environmental functional and operational test methods; and a variety of functional and environmental test equipment.

Knowledge of electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic theory and inspection practices.

Read and interpret all types of detail and assembly blueprints, drawings, sketches and circuit diagrams, related to systems, structures and instrumentation.

Ability to use all types of inspection precision measuring instruments.

Proficient knowledge of and ability to use computer systems effectively.

Ability to work at various heights on gantries, service towers, high lifts, etc. and to work in confined spaces.

Must have the ability to obtain certification in propellant protective equipment (ie SCAPE).

Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Must be a US Citizen.

Must be willing to travel. Occasional odd shifts, and overtime may be required.

Desired Skills:

Certified Weld Inspector.

J-STD-001

Launch Processing experience

TS/SCI clearance

SCAPE certified

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week

The base range for this position in California is $ $52.29.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First



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