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Quality Control Technician

Lockheed Martin and Careers
Stennis Space Center, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026

JOB ID: 720447BR

Date posted: Mar. 11, 2026


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.

We have an immediate opportunity for a Quality Inspector supporting production activities at the Stennis Space Center facility. You will perform a variety of tasks for inspecting mechanical and composite hardware to eliminate quality control issues. You will also prepare paper and electronic documentation on nonconforming hardware.

Bring your continuous improvement mindset, focus on world class quality, and dedication to the critical responsibility of doing “what’s right” for the product and our customers to ensure the highest quality and success.

This position may require working off shifts and non-standard work weeks and overtime as needed to meet product deliverables.

Basic Qualifications:


Experience in a manufacturing environment
Basic understanding of GD&T
Ability to read and comprehend assembly drawings
Strong understanding of inspection techniques and principles
Strong understanding of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
Experience in a quality control/inspection role

Desired Skills:


Experience in aerospace environment
Experience with SAP, VECAMS, and/or non-conformance management systems

Clearance Level:

None

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:

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level:

Hourly/Non-Exempt

Business Unit:

SPACE

Relocation Available:

No

Career Area:

QA/Test and Inspection

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

    Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
    Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
    Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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