Nondestructive Inspection Technician, F-35- Level 4

Lockheed Martin•Fort Smith, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the NDI Technician, F-35- Level 4 for the team which is responsible for ensuring the airworthiness and quality of F‑35 aircraft structural assemblies. This position is located at Ebbing Field ANG, Ft. Smith Arkansas. As the NDI Technician, F-35- Level 4 you will be responsible for conducting precise non‑destructive inspections and quality‑assurance activities that keep the fleet mission‑ready.

Requirements

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
The selected candidate must possess an interim clearance to start and have the ability to obtain a Final Secret Clearance.
This position may include certain required health screenings and immunizations.
Candidate must be certified as a NAS410 Nondestructive Inspection Level II in Ultrasonics (UT) and Eddy Current (ET)
Candidate must have a minimum three years of experience working on aircraft utilizing NDI equipment, standards, probes, etc. in performance of NDI inspections.

Nice To Haves

Degree in related field from accredited university
Experience with Liquid Penetrant Inspection (PT) and Radiography (RT) methods.
Three years’ of recent (within one year) experience as a USAF, USN, USMC military aircraft maintenance technician or US Army Aviation helicopter maintenance technician.
5th Generation fighter aircraft experience.
Composite repair experience.
Experience with Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS).
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.
Current U.S. Passport.

Responsibilities

Perform non‑destructive and dimensional inspections of F‑35 structural assemblies, forgings, and sonic configurations.
Conduct scheduled Process Compliance Surveillance inspections, write/review CAPA reports, and perform root‑cause analysis.
Execute incident and mishap investigation audits, preparing quality documentation, trend analyses, and corrective action plans.
Support local F‑35 FMS training and, when required, global NDI requirements—including short‑notice travel and temporary‑duty assignments.
Operate computerized workstations, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain NAS‑410 Level II certification in Eddy Current and Ultrasonic disciplines.