Quality Program Manager

Lockheed Martin•Orlando, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Quality Program Manager to manage the Quality Program implementation and successful execution for Land and Maritime Solutions (LMS) Market Segment's Maritime and Land Training Solutions (MLTS) Market Area. The selected individual will be responsible for all aspects across the entire program’s life-cycle including proposals, contract review, start-up, development, transition to production, production and life time support. It will require an in-depth understanding of the Quality Program Manager tasks as they pertain to hardware, software, systems and suppliers/subcontractors, inspections and customer support. Must have overall knowledge of quality standards (e.g. ISO, AS9100, CMMI, etc.).

Requirements

AS9100 QMS knowledge
Experience Supporting Multi Programs/Functions and Proven Ability to multi-task to address concurrent Program Priorities
Experience Practicing Advanced Root Cause Analysis Techniques (e.g. Reality Charting, Cause and Effect Charting, Diagnosing Unwanted Outcomes (DUO))
Ability to obtain a secret clearance
Understanding of System, Software, and Hardware Engineering processes
Ability and willingness to travel as needed to execute duties and responsibilities

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM)
Experience Working military Contracts (DoD, MoD, etc.)
Complete Program Lifecycle - Experience on Development and Sustainment programs
Experience in Support of Large, Complex Development Programs
Experience Supporting Multiple Development and/or Operating Sites
Experience Supporting Major Proposal or Campaigns or Proposal Training
Trained and Certified Control Account Manager (CAM) or Active EVMS CAM Certification
Formal Program Management Training or Experience (Domestic and/or International)
Well-versed in Program Management Tools and Reports (e.g. 5-bllockers/EPRS (PMM))
Risk and Opportunity Training/Experience
ISO9001/AS9100/CMMI Certified Auditor
Performed Major Subcontract Evaluations/Qualification (e.g. RBAT)
INAR/BR/PAR Program Representative and/or Panel Member
Point of Contact/ Primary Interface for Complex Customer Relations
SW/HW/Systems Engineering Experience
Experience Leading teams and mentoring other employees
Active Corrective Action Board and/or DCMA Council Member

Responsibilities

Partner with sub Market Segment Director as the Quality Lead for design, development, production and mobilization phases.
Develop interactive relationship to manage Business Performance expectations.
Perform a detailed Contract review and flow down contract QA requirements to QA team.
Monitor and communicate MLTS Quality staffing and specialized skillsets needed (e.g. Hardware Quality Engineering, Software Quality Engineering, etc.)
Coordinate resource allocation.
Function as, or coordinate with, Cost Account Manager (CAM) to establish Quality budgets and cost commitments.
Ensure cost commitments are met and financial responsibilities are performed.
Serve as a member in sub Market Segment Risk and Opportunity Review Boards.
Nominate risks and opportunities and enter into the program’s ROADs tool.
Ensure implementation of a Quality Assurance Plans (QAP), are documented and current, effectively implemented.
Schedule and ensure assessments of program (e.g. Quality Audits, QHSC, etc.)
Review of the Director’s Programs Performance Measurements Manager (PMM) and individual program 5 Block Reports prior to and after publication to provide recommendations.
Obtain consensus with Quality Program Team (QPT) and understand differences with QHSC.
Actively participate in the Market Segments Business Rhythm (including weekly Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings, CCBs, monthly director PMRs and Director staff meetings), prepare and align the programs monthly Quality Health Score Card (QHSC).
Have the ability to articulate the customer's requirements, concerns, and expectations to the program team.
Maintain the DCMA/Customer QA relationship (i.e. Quality IPT, DCMA Leadership, DCMA council, etc.).
Establish and maintain effective Quality Program Team (QPT) Business rhythm, discuss staffing, successes, and challenges.
Plan and execute Enterprise Excellence activities (PEPs, Metrics, Financials).
Ensure PMP/Program Plans are updated and maintained.
Schedule and organize customer product acceptance events (DCMA, PEO-Stri, etc.).