Quality Engineer - Proposals

Job Description

You will be the Quality Engineer for a position in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is responsible for ensuring program quality across proposals, development, production, and support.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer you will be responsible for managing the implementation and execution of program quality requirements throughout the proposal and program lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Proficient in the areas of proposals, Basis of Estimate
(BOE), contract review, program start-up, production,
and support.

Requires an understanding of quality tasks across
quality functions including hardware, software,
systems, suppliers / sub-contractors, and customers.

Collaborate and partners with other functions
including Program Manager, Proposal Manager,
Contracts, Engineering, Global Supply Chain,
Manufacturing, Production and Customers.

Support all programs proposals for Guided, Missile,
Launcher and Advanced Programs.

Assist in establishing quality budgets and cost
commitments.

Participate in independent reviews including Readiness
Acceptance Check (RAC), customer proposal / BOE
reviews, customer negotiations, Defense Contract
Audit Agency (DCAA) audits, Programs Reviews and
Executive Leadership Proposals Reviews.

Ability to work independently with minimal direct
supervision

Must be able to meet proposal deadlines and to
support all proposal activities

Effectively communicate and interface with other
functions

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, self-directed professional who thrives in fast-paced proposal environments and delivers precise, data-driven quality solutions. This role offers the chance to impact high-visibility missile and launcher programs while working with expert engineers and global partners.

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 possess an Interim Secret clearance to start.

Basic Qualifications

Technical Engineering (STEM - Engineering / Science)
degree at the Bachelor level or above

Must be a US Citizen and have ability to obtain Interim Secret clearance prior to start

Understanding of the Quality Management System
(QMS) and Quality Engineering

Proficient in writing Proposal and Basis of Estimate
(BOEs)

Strong knowledge of creating an accurate, complete,
correct, current and competitive Proposals / Basis of
Estimate (BOE)

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

Ability to interpret Drawings, Specifications, Contracts
and other engineering requirements

Demonstrate ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex

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

Experience in disposition of non-conforming products

Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management

Experience in establishing Performance metrics for identifying process improvement

Desired skills

Active Secret Clearance

Engineering or Quality experience developing
methods, work instructions and procedures for the
inspection of manufactured products

Experience as a Control Account Manager and
knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems

Demonstrated understanding of audit

Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for
identifying process improvement

Strong knowledge in Industry recognized Quality systems such as International (ISO) Aerospace (AS), and FAA Regulations.

Experience working with Government Customers.

Strong organizational skills, attention to details, ability
to work in a dynamic environment and the ability to
multi-task

Effective communication skills including written, oral,
listening, presentation, technical writing, collaboration

EEO

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.

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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.

Other Important Information

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 Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $67,000 - $117,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $77,000 - $133,400. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.