Program Quality Engineer, Staff

Lockheed Martin•Littleton, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. In this role you will: Leading the implementation and execution of program quality requirements Managing quality tasks across hardware, systems, and suppliers/subcontractors Partnering with program teams as the Quality Lead for design, development, production, and mobilization phases Conducting contract reviews and flowing down contract quality requirements to the quality team Participating in independent program reviews to understand risks and drive Return to Green plans Maintaining effective relationships with DCMA/Customer quality teams

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college in a technical discipline (e.g., engineering field) or equivalent discipline (e.g., math, physics, chemistry, etc.) or relevant experience in lieu of degree
Strong quality processes experience or experience in a related technical discipline.
Ability to interact with DoD, DCMA, and/or other government customers to build effective relationships.
Ability to conduct/coordinate process and product evaluations and assessments.
Ability to travel
Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance and US Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience supporting program milestone reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, etc.) as a QA or engineering point of contact with an understanding of a program life cycle.
Prior experience working with Mechanical Systems or Missile Body Systems (Propulsion, Structures, Ordnance and/or Controls).
Experience in a Program Start-Up environment or a development program, inlcuding Project Planning.
Experience defining a requirements and verification baseline, and of QA oversight of implementation.
Experience with Supplier Quality tools and processes, SAP/ERP, and EPDM.
Prior experience with Material Review Board (MRB).
Quality Engineering experience with working knowledge of AS9100-based Quality Assurance Program Plan; familiarity/knowledge with Quality Assurance Requirements with various commodities (i.e piece parts, subassemblies/module, assemblies, etc.)
Green Belt Certification, with commensurate experience in applying and using this toolset.
An understanding of the LM Configuration Control process.
Experience participating in or conducting QA reviews including CABs, Corrective Action Plans, and Continuous Improvement projects.
Ability to interface with program planning to manage the QA portion of an Integrated Master Plan (IMP).
Demonstrated experience in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies and in developing preventive quality corrective action plans, identify, and drive systemic root cause and corrective action utilizing quantitative, qualitative analytical capabilities to clearly communicate to others in a concise, data driven manner.
Working knowledge of Cost Account Management (CAM).
Strong verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to promote and champion an inclusive and collaborative teamwork environment that supports differences and encourages big-picture thinking.
Master’s Degree from an accredited college in a technical discipline (e.g., engineering field) or equivalent discipline (e.g., math, physics, chemistry, etc.).
5+ years of related experience
Currently active Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Leading the implementation and execution of program quality requirements
Managing quality tasks across hardware, systems, and suppliers/subcontractors
Partnering with program teams as the Quality Lead for design, development, production, and mobilization phases
Conducting contract reviews and flowing down contract quality requirements to the quality team
Participating in independent program reviews to understand risks and drive Return to Green plans
Maintaining effective relationships with DCMA/Customer quality teams