Quality Engineer Sr - Grand Prairie, TX

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Senior Quality Engineer supporting an Advanced Programs development program at Lockheed Martin in Grand Prairie, TX. The team is responsible for ensuring the quality of products and services provided by suppliers across the United States. The role involves performing product source inspections, first articles, and product validations at supplier locations, as well as providing internal and supplier support for root cause and corrective/preventive actions. The engineer will work closely with suppliers, program management, and customers to ensure quality standards and program requirements are met.

Requirements

STEM Degree at bachelors level or higher, or equivalent experience
Must be a US citizen and have the ability to obtain a security clearance
A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Demonstrated understanding of AS9100 and ISO9001
Experience with non-conformance documentation/ MRB Authority
Ability to perform root cause analysis and identify solutions to complex problems utilizing causal analysis tools; Ability to identify and document quality deficiencies and ensure effective corrective actions are identified and implemented
Strong understanding of engineering requirements, mechanical and electrical inspections - ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of QE Processes and related Performance Metrics.
A basic understanding of special processes
Understanding of how to manage and interface with suppliers on a daily bases to support the Program.
Knowledge and understanding of critical design attributes and auditing/surveying capabilities
Presentation Skills
Experience with Quality, Supplier Quality, and/or Critical Design Review

Nice To Haves

STEM Degree at bachelors level or higher preferred
Experience with Aerospace Electrical Design, Electrical Components, Printed Wiring Boards, Printed Wiring Assemblies, Wiring Harness, Connectors
Experience with J-STD-001, IPC-610, IPC-620
A basic understanding of the MFC SAP and Procure to Pay (P2P) business systems
ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt/Black Belt)
Experience with working with suppliers in a dynamic environment
Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements
Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers
Demonstrated Leadership, Customer Relationship Management skills

Responsibilities

Conducting scheduled product source inspections, first articles, and product validations at supplier locations
Providing internal and supplier support for root cause and corrective/preventive actions
Supporting supplier requests and interfacing with customer needs and program management activities
Participating in supplier failure/diagnosis and Material Review Board (MRB) activities as required
Performing ongoing surveillance of supplier conformance to Lockheed Martin requirements and providing written weekly reports
Providing technical liaison support related to quality engineering matters
Ensuring supplier contract flow-down requirements are implemented and verified