Mechanical Quality Inspection Asc Manager - Grand Prairie, TX
About The Position
You will be the Mechanical Quality Inspection Associate Manager for the Mechanical Quality Inspection team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the highest‑quality products are delivered to our customers by developing and implementing robust inspection methodologies in a high‑precision machine shop. What You Will Be Doing As the Mechanical Quality Inspection Associate Manager you will be responsible for leading a team of Quality Inspectors, coordinating their development, and partnering with cross‑functional groups to optimize inspection processes. This role offers the chance to shape quality excellence in a cutting-edge machine shop, mentor a skilled inspection team, and influence product integrity across the Grand Prairie/Fort Worth region. 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in STEM or above or equivalent experience / combined education
- Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
- Quality experience with an emphasis on machining and inspection
- Experienced as a team lead and facilitator
- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
- Experience in making risk-based data driven decisions
- Demonstrated presentation skills
Nice To Haves
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) expertise
- Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming experience
- Advanced knowledge of AS9100 standard and implementation of Quality Management Systems
- First Article Inspection (FAI) experience
- Special process engineering experience
- SAP application experience
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Quality Inspectors to develop and implement inspection methodologies, including CMM programs.
- Ensure projects are completed on schedule, following established procedures, work plans, and quality standards.
- Direct daily operations of the inspection section, providing guidance and support to subordinates as needed.
- Review documentation to verify that internal and external manufacturing processes meet quality requirements.
- Serve as the internal liaison between inspectors, supervisors, and other functional areas to resolve project‑specific quality issues.
Benefits
- 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
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
