Job ID: 667458BR Date posted: Jun. 18, 2024
Description:Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is looking to hire Quality Engineers to support our Ocala, FL site.

As an early career Quality Engineer, you will have the opportunity to monitor and improve the quality of our operational processes and outputs. We are seeking talented engineers to join our team to help develop many best-in-class products and solutions in our Missiles & Fire Control Business Area at our Ocala, FL.

The Quality Engineer position reviews documentation related to internal and external manufacturing processes to ensure quality products are delivered to the customer.

Essential Functions of the Quality Engineer include:

• Ability to analyze and resolve process issues varying from basic to moderately complex.
• Attends program corrective action meeting, identifies trends, assists in problem resolution and insures responsible parties meet commitments.
• Participates as an active member of Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards which includes dispositioning non-conforming hardware, identifying hardware containment , identifying appropriate root cause and corrective action is taken to prevent recurrence.
• Performs assessments and audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures and ISO-9001/AS9100.
• Interfaces with customers, suppliers and program personnel on quality related issues.
• Utilizes lean initiatives to reduce waste and maintain continuous improvement.
• Makes the final decision on acceptability of product.
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

This position will be located at a facility that requires special access and requires the selected candidate to be a US Citizen.

Seeking a recent graduate with availability to start immediately.

The Ocala Operations is a multi-shift manufacturing facility that builds circuit cards, wiring harnesses, and electro-mechanical assemblies. The facility currently has over 1250 employees and provides products to six Missiles and Fire Control sites. Ocala specializes in both low volume high mix and high-volume production that has a combination of automated processes as well as labor intensive manufacturing. Ocala Operations has a represented manufacturing workforce that is supported by a strong engineering and operations support team.

Ocala is part of Marion County, it has a population of around 65,000 residents, and it is a small city in the middle of Florida, but only two hours to each side of the Florida coast. Ocala is rated in the top 10 places to live in Florida and one of the 10 safest places to live. The city of Ocala is also the home to over 400 thoroughbred horse farms, training centers and the World Equestrian Center.

Ocala and Marion County are known as the "Horse Capital of the World." The horse farms are situated in attractive rolling green pastures. The area also features numerous rivers, springs and lakes which provide the perfect environment for many outdoor activities.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferably in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline from an accredited college.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• This facility requires special access and therefore all candidates must be a US Citizen.
Desired Skills:
• Previous Quality Engineering experience in CCA (circuit card assembly), electronics or C&H (cable and harness)

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques

• Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action

• Green Belt Certification

• J-STD-001/IPC-A-610/IPC-WHMA-620 familiarization

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong presentation skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
Clearance Level: None
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/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.

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