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Tech Non-Destruct Test Spec - N3

Lockheed Martin logoLockheed Martin$50,300–$93,300/yrJohn C. Stennis Space Center, MS, United StatesFull-timePosted 2w ago

This posting asks for U.S. citizenship.

The posting offers a 9/80, 4/10 or other compressed week. More with a 9/80 schedule

About the role

Standard Job 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.

Performs non-destructive testing (NDT) on materials, manufactured items, and components. Inspects metallic and non-metallic materials, parts, and assemblies for defects using automated and manual NDT methods and techniques including specifically radiography with an emphasis on CR and DR. Reads and interprets technical procedures and work instructions to conduct evaluations for acceptance/rejection of hardware/products. Provides other engineering support for all Space Systems programs and sites. Works primarily with a team but also works independently to perform day-to-day tasks. Additionally, works with remote teams of NDT personnel. Supports program-required inspections during off-shifts, sometimes with short notice, to ensure program hardware production is on-schedule. Upon starting in your new role, your manager and senior NDT engineers will help you develop a plan to acquire and maintain multiple LM Space NDT Level II certifications per NAS-410.

Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.

Basic Qualifications

  • High School diploma, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized technical training equivalent to a technical Associate’s degree and/or demonstrated ability to perform assigned technical/para-engineering tasks.
  • Level I or Level II performing NAS-410 Radiographic (RT) Film/Non-Film certification.
  • Familiar and experience with Microsoft Office products.
  • Experience with American Welding Society (AWS), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), MIL-STDs, and ASTM International standards.
  • Must be able to obtain Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel (IRRSP) or State Card Certificatio.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen to meet program requriements.

Desired Skills

  • Experience in Film, Computed Radiography (CR) or Digital Radiography (DR). Candidate must provide formal and OJT training hours.
  • Experience interpreting film radiographs, Computed Tomography (CT) and Digital Radiography (DR) images
  • Good interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience working with external and internal customers, to include Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)
  • Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $50300.00 - $93300.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow - both professionally and personally.

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.

  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Copied from the listing Lockheed Martin published, verified 30 Oct 2026.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin Space builds GPS and missile warning satellites, NASA's Orion crew capsule and deep space probes.

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