Description: Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a motivated and driven Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for a position based in Grand Prairie, TX to provide support to the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Program. The position will require flexible hours with moderate travel to support supplier activity across the United States. Responsibilities include:
Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a motivated and driven Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for a position based in Grand Prairie, TX to provide support to the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Program.
The position will require flexible hours with moderate travel to support supplier activity across the United States.
What You Will Be Doing
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Review documentation related to internal and external manufacturing processes to ensure quality products are delivered to the customer.
- Support Integrated Product Teams with reviews of quality data and information on yields, schematics, simulations, test data, qualification reports, configuration audits, drawing reviews, rework, scrap, and non-conformance.
- Support product testing at suppliers.
- Ability to analyze and resolve process issues varying from basic to very complex.
- Attend and lead program part reviews and Failure Review Board meetings, identify trends, assist in problem resolution, and ensure responsible parties meet commitments.
- Participate as an active member of Preliminary Material Review Boards and potentially Material Review Boards which includes dispositioning non-conforming hardware in SAP, identifying hardware containment requirements, identifying appropriate root cause and corrective action is taken to prevent recurrence.
- Perform and Participate in assessments and audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures and ISO-9001 / AS9100.
- Interface with customers, suppliers, and program personnel on quality related issues.
- Utilize lean initiatives to reduce waste and maintain continuous improvement.
- Work closely with suppliers and production teams to set up new processes, work contractual requirements, obtain corrective action, and provide technical liaison support.
Why Join us
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
From onsite, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
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Our global commitment to diversity and inclusion reflects our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. Learn more here: Global DEI.
Discover Grand Prairie
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 and possess and interim secret before a start date can be selected.
Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree at the bachelor's level or equivalent experience/combined education.
Must have the ability to obtain a secret clearance; candidate must be a U.S. citizen
Quality engineering experience developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured and procured products
In depth knowledge and experience in Quality processes and procedures
Able to interpret drawings and specifications to develop and apply quality test, inspection methods and work instructions
Failure Review Board experience for troubleshooting failures and identifying resolutions including for electrical testing
Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Demonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools
Experience in disposition of non-conforming products
Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management
Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Effective strong communication skills, written, oral, listening, technical writing
Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration
Effectively interact with Suppliers, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, and other stakeholders
Demonstrated presentation skills
Ability to travel 25% of the time.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (after hours or weekends when needed)
Desired Skills:
STEM degree at bachelor's level or higher highly preferred.
Electrical Systems/Electrical Engineering experience.
SAP Application experience.
Special Process experience.
Engineering drawing review experience
Experience with First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements or PPAP
AS9100 interpretation and application experience
Thorough knowledge of Industry recognized Quality systems such as International (ISO) and Aerospace (AS)
Electrical Engineering experience with knowledge and understanding of electrical schematics
Experience working with Government customers and suppliers
Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement
Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques
Experience developing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured products
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: 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.
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.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
