Program Quality Engineering Manager

Lockheed Martin•Arlington, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the Program Quality Engineering Manager for our team. What You Will Be Doing As the Program Quality Engineering Manager you will be responsible for leading a team of Quality and Supplier Quality Engineers to implement and execute quality requirements for LTIAMD. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: -Responsible for all aspects of Quality to support manufacturing with inputs to and from proposals, contract review, start-up, development, transition to production, production and sustainment. Requires an understanding of quality tasks across quality functions including hardware, software, systems and suppliers/subcontractors, and customers. -Partners with program teams for Quality execution of design, development, production and mobilization phases of program execution. -Proficient in company policies. -Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including suppliers. -Establishes and manages quality budgets and cost commitments. - Supports the delivery of monthly contractual commitments through problem solving of high-impact quality issues through reviews of technical risk assessments, evaluation of corrective actions, and documentation of customer concerns. - Participates in independent program reviews to understand risks and drive Return to Green plans. - Maintains a DCMA/Customer quality relationship. Establishes and maintains effective Quality Program Team business rhythm. - Develop strategic plans for team growth and development for a proactive quality approach - Engage with other functional organizations to drive process improvements and efficiencies as well as for adherence to key quality metrics Why Join Us We seek a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. This role offers the chance to shape quality strategy for a high‑visibility program, influence cross‑functional teams, and make a tangible impact on national defense capabilities. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher is STEM or equivalent years of experience
Strong understanding of AS9100 and other industry quality standards
Demonstrated ability to make critical decisions, set priorities and provide succinct direction in a dynamic business environment.
Experience developing and driving Quality Management strategies resulting in optimal business outcomes.
Experience with creating and implementing new processes, while effectively managing change
Effective presentation skills and demonstrated ability to develop messages and compelling strategies resulting in cross functional teams implementing and executing innovative solutions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher is STEM preferred
Previous management experience
Inclusive and customer focused behavior and problem-solving abilities, developing employees, building constructive partnering relationships with customers, employees, DCMA, and other functions.
Demonstrated ability to create, monitor and report on executive operations metrics.
Demonstrated expertise leading and implementing continuous process improvement.
Experience planning and/or executing Quality Engineering tools (i.e. PPAP, APQP, Lean / Six Sigma)
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence others by translating data to actionable information that deliver results.
Experience in creating new processes or methods to execute quality with affordability as a focal point.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate opportunities, weigh trade‑offs, and make timely recommendations when data is scarce or still emerging.
Ability to iterate quickly, gather feedback, and refine decisions as more data becomes available.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of Quality to support manufacturing with inputs to and from proposals, contract review, start-up, development, transition to production, production and sustainment.
Partners with program teams for Quality execution of design, development, production and mobilization phases of program execution.
Proficient in company policies.
Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including suppliers.
Establishes and manages quality budgets and cost commitments.
Supports the delivery of monthly contractual commitments through problem solving of high-impact quality issues through reviews of technical risk assessments, evaluation of corrective actions, and documentation of customer concerns.
Participates in independent program reviews to understand risks and drive Return to Green plans.
Maintains a DCMA/Customer quality relationship.
Establishes and maintains effective Quality Program Team business rhythm.
Develop strategic plans for team growth and development for a proactive quality approach
Engage with other functional organizations to drive process improvements and efficiencies as well as for adherence to key quality metrics