Quality Inspector- Aviation at Lockheed Martin, Lexington, KY

Quality Inspector- Aviation at Lockheed Martin in Lexington, KY. Full-time. $37.49 an hour. Apply with swipeandhired.

The Quality Inspector is responsible for delivering comprehensive quality assurance, inspection, testing, and sustainment services supporting the SOF GLSS contract. This role oversees compliance across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines from induction through final delivery.
Responsibilities

  1. Electrical & Avionics Systems

Inspect and verify electrical/electronic wiring harnesses, cables, fiber optics, tubing, circuit panels, and subassemblies. Verify harness routing, bend radii, clamping, and contractual clearances against engineering documentation. Conduct dimensional inspections in accordance with industry standards and company quality procedures. Inspect and verify the avionics systems are operational in accordinance with the operators manual and specified technical data.

  1. Structural & Mechanical Systems

Inspect structural, hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and flight-control assemblies and bench build-ups for workmanship, drawing compliance, and specifications. Verify mating, framing, skinning, fasteners and riveting operations on airframes, fuselage sections, flight-control surfaces, and rotor blades. Conduct regular and superficial hardness testing to verify heat-treatment and material properties.

  1. Modification Kits & Material Verification

Audit and inventory aircraft modification kits and hardware against Bills of Material (BOMs), engineering drawings, schematics, and work packages.

  1. Surface Prep, Paint & Markings

Inspect aircraft prior to, during, and after washing, chemical stripping, surface preparation, and painting. Ensure approved chemicals, primers, topcoats, and process specifications are strictly utilized. Verify external markings, and decals for accurate dimensions, placement, and materials.

  1. Final Integration, Acceptance & Final Delivery

Perform progressive and comprehensive compartment-by-compartment inspections of completed aircraft for FOD, tool control, completeness, clearances, and freedom of movement. Verify final assembly, component mating, system integration, and operational checkouts through final acceptance. Assist with or conduct aircraft weight-and-balance procedures utilizing certified scale kits and automated recording systems. Identify, document, and quarantine non-conforming items; initiate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and collaborate on Material Review Board dispositions. Conduct internal process audits and work-instruction compliance checks under general supervision.

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Pay Information

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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.