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Inspector Machined Parts Lockheed Martin - 4.0 Stratford, CT Job Details $41.22 - $44.05 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Trigonometry Shop math Dimensional measurements Parts drawings Precision measurement in machining Full Job Description Standard Job Description Function Perform diversified visual and dimensional inspection operations on less complex first run/or sampling on a wide range of more complicated standard machined, welded, and composite vendor parts and assemblies. Typical Responsibilities Work from drawings, specifications, manuals, operation sheets, purchase orders, general instructions, standard procedures, and recognized methods to inspect a variety of vendor supplied and in-plant produced parts and assemblies, or to inspect, after any operation or upon completion of complex standard and less complicated first run machined parts. Follow general instructions, complex drawings, machine manuals, special instructions, and standard inspection methods and procedures. Inspect less complicated parts and assemblies before, during and after release for overhaul and repair operations. Determine proper inspection methods and sequence, select most effective measuring instruments, holding devices, and other inspection equipment, and make all necessary mathematical computations. Plan and perform standard surface plate and dividing head layouts and dimensionally check diameters, locations, width, length, depth, hole sizes, heights, spacing, concentricity's, parallelisms, compound angles, etc. using vernier calipers, height gage, dial indicators, size blocks, and other precision measuring instruments, as applicable. Utilize coordinate measuring machine (CMM) to perform inspection operations on vendor and in-house manufactured parts. Perform complex set-ups under the guidance of a senior operator. Check parts for nicks, scratches, cracks, burns, dents, shape edges, rust, corrosion, proper material, hardness, process, finish, heat treat, contours, welding, brazing, identification marking, and evidence of previous source inspections. As applicable check for completeness of operation and other defects, discrepancies, and surface irregularities. Prepare all necessary inspection reports and complete all other inspection paperwork as required. Perform other related duties consistent with parts inspection as directed. Refer unusual conditions, recurring discrepancies or difficult problems to senior inspector, working leader or supervisor. Perform operator checklist as required. Contribute to the overall effectiveness of equipment by performing operator required upkeep. Follow all rules and regulations pertaining to environmental health and safety. Segregate waste material and follow good housekeeping practices. Basic Qualifications Requires well-rounded knowledge of inspection methods and procedures, aircraft materials and manufacturing processes, and advanced shop mathematics including application of trigonometry, and handbook formula. Also requires ability to read and interpret complicated drawings and use a variety of precision measuring instruments such as vernier calipers, height gage, size blocks etc. Equivalent to 4 years technical trades training. 2 to 3 years in a quality role. Desired Skills Pay Information $41.22 - $44.05 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. Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement. 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) 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.