Shipping/Receiving Inspector - Grand Prairie, TX

Grand Prairie, Texas April 22, 2026 Talentbrew

Description:You will be the Shipping/Receiving Inspector for the Materials Inspection Team at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. Our team is responsible for ensuring the quality, compliance, and timely movement of all shipped and received goods.

What You Will Be Doing


As the Shipping/Receiving Inspector you will be responsible for overseeing inspection activities that guarantee product integrity and support our supply chain.


Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:


-To perform receiving/shipping inspections used primarily
for identification, condition, type, packaging, quantity, etc.
and limited dimensional and testing where specified.
-Perform a variety of inspection/audit operations of
materials, equipment, and hardware ranging from raw
stock and detail components to completed assemblies being received from suppliers or shipped from the
company.
-Perform inspection and verification in accordance with Inspection Instructions, Request for Shipment (RFS), drawings, specifications, Quality Procedures or other Customer or Company documents, as applicable.
-Route items requiring specialized inspections and tests to
designated areas and verify completion and acceptance is
achieved.
-Perform general and periodic surveillance inspection
requirements of warehousing, shipping, and associated storage areas.
-Suggest improvements inspection methods, equipment, safety, and environmental practices.
-Maintain effective liaison with Materials, Shipping, Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer, and other departments to achieve product schedules within budget targets.
-Handle, utilize, maintain and store inspection equipment in a manner to prevent damage, abuse, or neglect and to maintain its serviceability.
In addition, the selected candidate will also be required to:
-Occasionally operate all lifting and loading equipment.
-Originate and maintain required records and logs.
-This role will require the use of complicated drawings, specifications, and shop mathematics.
-Employee may be required to handle explosives and hazardous materials.

Why Join Us


The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, collaborative, and driven to continuously improve inspection methods, equipment, and safety practices. This role offers the chance to influence critical logistics processes, work with cross‑functional teams, and contribute to mission‑critical deliveries.


We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.



Further Information About This Opportunity


This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.


MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.


Basic Qualifications:
-Must have ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
-High school diploma or equivalent is required.
-Must have the ability to work overtime as required and have the ability to work 1st or 2nd shift according to the collective bargaining agreement.
-Basic knowledge of material handling methods and
receiving practices and procedures together with the use of arithmetic to receive a variety of items.
-Experience utilizing arithmetic involving decimals and fractions and its application to the reading of blueprints.
-Knowledge of inspection procedures and methods required to inspect a variety of parts.
-Ability to use a fork lift.
Desired Skills:
-Knowledge of the DD25O and RFS procedures.
-Familiarity with SAP and Apriso.
-Demonstrate the ability to perform general and periodic
surveillance inspections of warehousing, shipping, and
associated storage areas.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression 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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed 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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second
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