Quality Engineer Sr - Grand Prairie, TX

Description: You will be the Senior Quality Engineer supporting an Advanced Programs development program at Lockheed Martin in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is responsible for ensuring the quality of products and services provided by suppliers across the United States, and we're looking for a seasoned professional to lead these efforts.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Senior Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for performing product source inspections, first articles, and product validations at supplier locations, as well as providing internal and supplier support for root cause and corrective/preventive actions. You will work closely with suppliers, program management, and customers to ensure that quality standards are met and program requirements are fulfilled.

Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting scheduled product source inspections, first articles, and product validations at supplier locations
- Providing internal and supplier support for root cause and corrective/preventive actions
- Supporting supplier requests and interfacing with customer needs and program management activities
- Participating in supplier failure/diagnosis and Material Review Board (MRB) activities as required
- Performing ongoing surveillance of supplier conformance to Lockheed Martin requirements and providing written weekly reports
- Providing technical liaison support related to quality engineering matters
- Ensuring supplier contract flow-down requirements are implemented and verified

Why Join Us
We're looking for a seasoned and experienced Senior Quality Engineer to join our team, with a strong background in quality engineering and a passion for ensuring the highest standards of quality. As a Senior Quality Engineer at Lockheed Martin, you will have the opportunity to work on a high-visibility program with significant development potential, collaborating with a talented group of professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional results. If you're a motivated and experienced quality engineer with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, we encourage you to apply. This role stands out as an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on program success, working with a company that values innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction. Join our team and contribute to the success of Lockheed Martin's Advanced Programs.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options > Learn more about Lockheed Martins 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 be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.
Basic Qualifications:
-STEM Degree at bachelors level or higher, or
equivalent experience
-Must be a US citizen and have the ability to
obtain a security clearance
-A strong understanding of Geometric
Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
-Demonstrated understanding of AS9100 and
ISO9001
-Experience with non-conformance
documentation/ MRB Authority
-Ability to perform root cause analysis and
identify solutions to complex problems utilizing
causal analysis tools; Ability to identify and
document quality deficiencies and ensure
effective corrective actions are identified and
implemented
-Strong understanding of engineering
requirements, mechanical and electrical
inspections - ability to interpret drawings,
specifications, contracts that will enable
development and review of QE Processes and
related Performance Metrics.
-A basic understanding of special processes
-Understanding of how to manage and interface
with suppliers on a daily bases to support the Program.
-Knowledge and understanding of critical design
attributes and auditing/surveying capabilities
-Presentation Skills
-Experience with Quality, Supplier Quality, and/or
Critical Design Review
Desired Skills:
-STEM Degree at bachelors level or higher
preferred
-Experience with Aerospace Electrical Design,
Electrical Components, Printed Wiring Boards,
Printed Wiring Assemblies, Wiring Harness,
Connectors
-Experience with J-STD-001, IPC-610, IPC-620
-A basic understanding of the MFC SAP and
Procure to Pay (P2P) business systems
-ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification
(Green Belt/Black Belt)
-Experience with working with suppliers in a
dynamic environment
-Experience with performing First Article
Inspections to AS9102 requirements
-Experience with source inspection and
surveillance activities at suppliers
-Demonstrated Leadership, Customer
Relationship Management skills
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 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.
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, youre 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