Job ID: 676734BR Date posted: Oct. 08, 2024 Program: LRMF
Description:

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Quality Engineer (QE) Senior for a position in Grand Prairie, TX. This position supports the Precision Fires QA Development Group. 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 customers, suppliers, and other functional personnel, non-conformances are identified, trended, and resolved promptly.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Quality Engineer (QE) Senior, you will act as an integrated member of the product sustainment teams, developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions, and procedures for inspecting manufactured and procured products. Your responsibilities will include:
•Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Subcontracting, Program Management, suppliers, and customers to ensure quality standards are implemented and 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.
•Ensure corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and are compliant with requirements.
•Work closely with Internal and External Customers to ensure adequate product acceptance.
•Travel to required inspection or delivery locations, ranging from day trips to multiple weeks (10+) up to 50%+.
•Perform inspection of fielded hardware, document written and visual findings, and review documentation.
•The position requires previous quality engineering experience in developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions, and procedures.
•The ideal candidate should be a self-starter with attention to detail who can work autonomously with minimal direction in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why Join Us
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 warfighting and civilian customers with 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.

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

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MUST BE A U.S CITIZEN - The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree at bachelor's level or higher 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)

Practical interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration

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

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet deadlines

Strong problem-solving skills

SAP / ERP, SharePoint 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 of AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems as well as AS9145 Advanced Product Quality Planning

Experience with the 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.
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: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First