Job ID: 671386BR Date posted: Jul. 25, 2024 Program: PAC-3 Sustainment
Description:Lockheed Martin is seeking a motivated and driven Senior Quality Engineer for a position based in Arlington, TX. This position supports the PAC-3 Missile and Launcher Sustainment programs.

Responsibilities include:

Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Subcontracting, Program Management, suppliers, and customer to ensure quality standards are implemented and being met throughout the product sustainment process.

Provide technical data in support of engineering investigations.

Provide support for root cause and corrective / preventative actions.

Ability to analyze and resolve process issues varying from basic to very complex.

Perform data integrity reviews and investigations.

Contribute to Corrective Action Board meetings focusing on improvements and corrections.

Drive closure to nonconformance reports.

Provide technical liaison support related to quality engineering matters.

Engage in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action.

Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements.

Work closely with both Internal and External Customers to ensure adequate acceptance of product.

Travel to required inspection or delivery locations, ranging from day trips to multiple weeks (10+) up to 50%+.

Perform inspection of fielded hardware, document findings both written and visually, and review of documentation.

The position requires previous quality engineering experience in developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures.

Individual should be a self-starter, with an attention to detail, who can work autonomously with minimal direction in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is a recognized designer, developer and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. MFC offers the vital capabilities needed to provide our war fighting and civilian customers the products and services they need in their defining moments. Quality engineering is seeking candidates to solve complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that provide the best product for our customers, both domestically and internationally.

Quality Engineers at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control act as an integrated member of the product sustainment teams developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured and procured products. In a culture of continuous improvement our department utilizes lean initiatives to reduce waste and drive affordability and efficiency. Working with an integrated team, which includes customer, suppliers and other functional personnel, non-conformances are identified, trended and resolved in a timely manner.

Relocation: Relocation assistance is possible for this exciting position.

The Locale: Grand Prairie is part of the “Mid-Cities” region in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex which is in the North Central region of Texas. Grand Prairie is a suburb of both Dallas and Fort Worth. The region offers a great cost of living combined with a robust economy and a pleasant climate. This North Central region of Texas is a great place to live and to raise a family. The region is home to numerous colleges and universities to include University of Texas at Dallas, University of Texas at Arlington, University of North Texas, Southern Methodist University, and Texas Woman's University. The Mid-Cities is the suburban region filling the thirty-mile span between Dallas and Fort Worth. These communities include the cities of Arlington, Irving, Grand Prairie, Grapevine, Southlake, Colleyville, HEB (Hurst, Euless and Bedford), NRH (North Richland Hills and Richland Hills), Haltom City, Watauga, and Keller, and other smaller towns such as Trophy Club and Roanoke and together represent more people than either Dallas or Fort Worth.
Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree at bachelors level or higher and/or equivalent experience/combined education.

Previous quality experience in developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures

Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques

Thorough understanding of engineering requirements and inspection methods

Ability to interpret drawings and specifications

Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)

Experience solving complex problems associated with the quality of products and in Quality Management processes / capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems

Experience working with Government customers

Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with Technical Operations, Manufacturing, and all other stakeholders

Ability to travel to required inspection or delivery locations, ranging from day trips to multiple weeks (10+) up to 50%+.

Ability to obtain a passport

Ability to obtain a secret security clearance
Desired Skills:
STEM degree at bachelor's level or higher preferred.

Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification or ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)

Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration

Effective communication skills - written, oral, listening, and presentation

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Strong problem-solving skills

SAP / ERP, SharePoint and Tableau or other business intelligence software experience

Strong familiarity with Production Operations

Experience with Program Office / Customer Interaction, preferably DOD

An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers (including acceptance of product / testing)

Thorough understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems as well as AS9145 Advanced Product Quality Planning

Experience with use of inspection gages and measuring equipment

Earned Value Management System Cost Account Manager (EVMS CAM) certification

Familiar with requirements for handling and control of Government Furnished Equipment / Property during field, ground or operational tests

Ability to obtain an international driver's license
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First