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Engineering - Mechanical
Arlington, TX (On-Site/Office)
Job Number 709698BR
Description:
You will be the Supplier Quality Engineer for the Supplier Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring that every component we receive from our global supplier base meets Lockheed Martin's exacting standards, protecting program schedules and mission success.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Supplier Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving supplier-focused quality initiatives, safeguarding product integrity, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and excels at autonomous problem solving. You will collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sub-Contracting, and Program Management, directly influencing supplier performance and program health while delivering measurable impact on mission-critical deliverables.
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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
Technical Engineering degree at the Bachelor level or above in one of the following disciplines: Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
Must have ability to obtain a security clearance
Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques
A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Must have knowledge and understanding of critical design attributes
Strong understanding of engineering requirements and mechanical and electrical inspection methods - ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of QE Processes, and related Performance Metrics
Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements
Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)
Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems utilizing causal analysis tools - must be able to identify and document supplier's quality deficiencies and ensure effective corrective actions are identified and implemented
An understanding and knowledge of special processes and an overall understanding of how to manage and interface with suppliers daily to support the Program
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with Suppliers, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, and other stakeholders
Ability to travel 25% - 30%
Desired Skills:
ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)
Strong familiarity with Production Operations
Ability to certify / approve a supplier to perform specified / special processes
Strong understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers
Demonstrated Leadership and Customer Relationship Management skills
Individual should be a self-starter who can work autonomously with minimal direction
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:
You will be the Supplier Quality Engineer for the Supplier Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring that every component we receive from our global supplier base meets Lockheed Martin's exacting standards, protecting program schedules and mission success.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Supplier Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving supplier-focused quality initiatives, safeguarding product integrity, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct scheduled product source inspections, first-article reviews, and product line validations per AS9102 and other applicable standards.
- Provide internal and supplier support for root-cause analysis and corrective-preventive actions tied to Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
- Perform ongoing surveillance of supplier conformance and deliver weekly written performance reports.
- Participate in supplier failure diagnoses, Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and drawing/process reviews to ensure design assurance.
- Act as the technical liaison for quality engineering matters, interfacing daily with suppliers, program management, and customers.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and excels at autonomous problem solving. You will collaborate across Engineering, Manufacturing, Sub-Contracting, and Program Management, directly influencing supplier performance and program health while delivering measurable impact on mission-critical deliverables.
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 be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
Technical Engineering degree at the Bachelor level or above in one of the following disciplines: Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering
Must have ability to obtain a security clearance
Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques
A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Must have knowledge and understanding of critical design attributes
Strong understanding of engineering requirements and mechanical and electrical inspection methods - ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of QE Processes, and related Performance Metrics
Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements
Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)
Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems utilizing causal analysis tools - must be able to identify and document supplier's quality deficiencies and ensure effective corrective actions are identified and implemented
An understanding and knowledge of special processes and an overall understanding of how to manage and interface with suppliers daily to support the Program
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with Suppliers, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, and other stakeholders
Ability to travel 25% - 30%
Desired Skills:
ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)
Strong familiarity with Production Operations
Ability to certify / approve a supplier to perform specified / special processes
Strong understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers
Demonstrated Leadership and Customer Relationship Management skills
Individual should be a self-starter who can work autonomously with minimal direction
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.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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