Supplier Quality Engineer

Quality Assurance EngineerStandard job description applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages 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. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.Basic Qualifications:STEM degree at bachelor's level or higher and 2+ years of experience or equivalent combined education/experienceMust be able to identify and document quality deficiencies and ensure effective Corrective ActionCapable of performing Root Cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problemsExperience with Quality systems such AS9100 / ISO9001 and First Article Inspections per AS9102Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)Understanding of engineering drawings requirements mechanical and electrical inspection methodsAbility to obtain a Secret Security ClearanceAbility to travel 25% of the time and ability to work a flexible schedule (after hours or weekends when needed)Desired Skills:Familiarity with Apriso, SAP S4, and P2P business systemsASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)Strong familiarity with Production Operations, Quality Management Systems, and Industry StandardsExperience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliersUnderstanding of Geometric, Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T)Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environmentMust be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and to support all supplier quality field engineering activitiesPay Information:Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. For (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.