Quality Assurance Inspector, F-35 (Japan) - Level 4

Job ID: 709207BR Date posted: Oct. 28, 2025 Description:What you will be doing:This position will be part of the Aircraft Maintenance Team supporting F-35 Field level modifications and Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) activities at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan. Performs inspection of aircraft for functional operation and conformance to government and company standards and specifications. Inspects the installation and operation of electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, oil, and emergency systems and other parts and equipment of the aircraft. Ensure aircraft are in good mechanical condition and safe for flight. Ability to plan/conduct Process Compliance Surveillance Program (PCSP) audits. Ability to conduct incident and/or mishap investigation audits, prepare quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information, and trends including failed process, recalls, corrective actions, and validations. Ensures aircraft records are updated and maintained. Keep the associated maintenance manager updated with quality status of aircraft. Business travel may be required.What’s In It For You:We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.Basic Qualifications:Minimum 2-years Fighter Quality Assurance experienceMinimum 5-years aircraft operations experienceExperience in reading and comprehending blueprints, engineering specifications and drawings, technical data and planning documentsExperience in using various inspection measurement toolsConsidered candidates must be capable of working first (1st), second (2nd), or third (3rd) shift(s) dependent on customer needs.Must have or be able to obtain / maintain a Secret Security Clearance.Must be a US Citizen.Must have an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting.Desired Skills:F-35 ExperienceHave a minimum USAF 7-Level skill rating or USMC Level 4 MATMEP rating. (or equivalent experience). Experience with AS9100 Quality systems.Experience with DCMA 8210 Contractor’s Flight and Ground OperationsKnowledgeable of Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention, Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Quality, and Security programs.Aircraft Modification experience.Experience in fighter aircraft quality processes and procedures.Experience in fighter aircraft crew escape systems (i.e. canopy and ejection seat)Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.Clearance Level: SecretOther Important Information You Should KnowExpression 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: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leaderLockheed 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.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-ExemptBusiness Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANYRelocation Available: PossibleCareer Area: QA/Test and InspectionType: Full-TimeShift: First

Created: 2025-11-01