Quality Engineer - Grand Prairie, TX
About The Position
You will be the Quality Engineer for Lockheed Martin in Grand Prairie, TX, working in the Material Test Lab. Our team is responsible for ensuring the quality of manufactured and procured products, and you will play a key role in achieving this goal. What You Will Be Doing As the Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for verifying requirements and testing materials to ensure compliance with industrial standards. You will develop and maintain quality evaluation and control systems, collaborate with engineering and manufacturing functions, and implement methods for inspecting and testing products. Why Join Us We're looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to join our team. As a Quality Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and make a difference in the quality of our products. If you're passionate about ensuring excellence and driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply. You will have the chance to work with cross-functional teams, develop your skills in quality engineering, and contribute to the success of our organization. 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
- STEM degree at Bachelors level or higher, preferably in Material Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering discipline
- Ability to review, interpret and apply specifications to determine compliance with requirements
- Test experience with materials and components such as electronic components, perishable materials, and raw metals
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis tools
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
- Ability to organize and track multiple activities and prioritize task based on importance
- Knowledge of configuration and data management
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Power point, etc.
- Ability to travel
Nice To Haves
- Ability to operate equipment and machining tools in machine shop for specimen preparation.
- ASQ CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) and / or CQIA (Certified Quality Improvement Associate)
- SAP Application Experience
- Experience working with government customers
- Effective interpersonal skills, including Team building and Collaboration
- Demonstrated Presentation skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Effective Communication Skills: Written, Oral, Listening, Presentation, Technical Writing
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis tools
- Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and processes
- Basic understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance)
Responsibilities
- Verifying requirements and testing materials for compliance
- Developing and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems
- Collaborating with engineering and manufacturing functions
- Implementing inspection and testing methods
- Conducting quality assurance tests and statistical analysis
- Auditing quality systems and ensuring corrective measures meet standards
- Interfacing with customers, suppliers, and program personnel on quality issues
- Utilizing lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement
- Making final decisions on product acceptability
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
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
