Lockheed Martin · 16 hours ago
Quality Assurance QRT Inspector, F-35 - Level 4
Possible
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expLockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, currently seeking a Quality Assurance QRT Inspector for the F-35 program. The role involves ensuring high-quality inspections of F-35 and other fighter aircraft to maintain mission readiness, coordinating with maintenance crews, and supporting various aircraft maintenance operations.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct timely quality inspections of aircraft during modification, upgrade, and overhaul cycles, covering F‑35, F‑16, and F‑22 platforms
Coordinate with maintenance crews and customers to expedite return of aircraft to airworthy status, meeting aggressive tasking timelines
Travel up to 50% of the time, including CONUS/OCONUS deployments, and operate on rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as required
This position, when not traveling, will be part of the infrastructure at NAS Fallon, NV supporting F-35C launch, recovery and maintenance support
Maintain and update flight‑line driver competency cards and uphold all safety and security protocols
Support NAS Fallon infrastructure for F‑35C launch, recovery, and maintenance activities
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. citizen
Must have at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance and be able to obtain a Final Secret
Must have a valid U.S. driver's license
Must be able to acquire and keep a flight line driver's competency card
2-4 years of 5th Generation (F-35, F-22) and/or Legacy F-16, F-18, F-15, Fighter Aircraft experience in Modification, Maintenance and/or Quality Assurance roles
Candidate must have a minimum of a USAF 7-level skill rating (or equivalent experience) or UNS/USMC Level 3000 ASM rating and/or 2 years of recent experience as a Quality Control Inspector/Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI)/Quality Assurance in an aircraft maintenance environment
Preferred
Experience with a knowledge of the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) management system and Integrated Maintenance Data System(s) (i.e. IMDS)
At least 1 year experience identifying and understanding non-conformities as they relate to safety-of-flight inspections, procedural breakdowns, and/or program (process) audits
Experience in using various inspection measurement tools
At least 1 year experience conducting incident and/or mishap investigation audits, preparing quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information, and trends including failed process, recalls, corrective actions, and validations
At least 2 years of experience in inspection of Aerospace Ground Equipment AGE/GSE; Hazardous Waste Management programs; Tool & FOD industry standards; equipment calibration procedures; general security procedures
Familiar with DCMA Instruction 8210.1C or D associated in aircraft ground operations and maintenance procedures
Familiar with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 21-101 Aircraft and Equipment Maintenance Management and/or OPNAV 4790 Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) instructions
Plan and conduct Process Compliance Surveillance Program (PCSP) audits
Familiar with International Standards Organization (ISO) 9001:2015 & AS9100 or AS9110 aviation standards
Ejection Seat Build/R&I qualified
Confined Space Entry qualified
Canopy Flexible Linear Shape Charge (FLSC) qualified
AS9100/9110 Audit inspector certified (QMS)
Possess effective communication skills for coordinating with Aircraft Managers/Supervisors, Field Service Reps, System Engineers, Maintenance Logistics Support Managers, Customer (DCMA/GCQA), COR/QAE and maintainers regarding quality issues, Instrumentation System Integration, Deficiency Analysis/Reporting, customer complaints, and other issues related to higher quality as they occur
Contractor or Depot Field Team experience
Capable of conducting teleconference and/or briefing (presentation) to management/customer
Excellent organizational, administration, and computer skills (Microsoft Office 365)
Benefits
Relocation/Housing Stipend Available: Possible
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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