Quality Engineer/ Proposals

Lockheed Martin•Grand Prairie, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Quality Engineer (QE) for a position in Grand Prairie, TX to support proposal efforts, continuous improvement efforts and strategic initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on mission-critical systems while working with a diverse team of experts. 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. This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration. The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Requirements

Technical Engineering (STEM – Engineering / Science) degree at the Bachelor level or above (required)
Ability to obtain a secret clearance - DOD Secret
Basic understanding of the Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Engineering roles and responsibilities across all life cycles.
Previous experience with collaboration with cross functional teams
Experience in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Ability to interpret Statement of Work, Drawings, Specifications, Contracts and other engineering requirements
Demonstrate ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical / process issues
Knowledge of dispositioning non-conforming products/ hardware

Nice To Haves

Ability to support all proposal activities
Knowledge of creating accurate, complete, correct, current and competitive Proposals / Basis of Estimate (BOE)
Engineering or Quality experience developing methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured products
Experience as a Control Account Manager and knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems
Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management
Demonstrated understanding of audits
Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement
Knowledge of Industry recognized Quality systems
Experience working with Government customers
Experience writing Proposal and Basis of Estimate (BOEs)
Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement
An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Effective organizational skills, attention to details, ability to work in a dynamic environment and the ability to multi-task
Effective communication skills including written, oral, listening, presentation, technical writing, and collaboration
Ability to develop solutions to problems of basic and moderate scope and complexity.

Responsibilities

Understanding quality tasks across quality functions including hardware, software, systems, suppliers / sub-contractors, and customers.
Ability to learn proposals, Basis of Estimate (BOE) and contract review.
Collaborate and partner with other functions including Program Manager, Proposal Manager, Contracts, Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production and Customers.
Support program proposals, strategic initiatives, and a variety of projects aimed at improving processes.
Assist in establishing quality budgets and cost commitments.
Participate in independent reviews including Readiness Acceptance Check (RAC), customer proposal / BOE reviews, customer negotiations, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits.