Sr. Process Quality Engineer - Manufacturing - Goleta, CA

Lockheed Martin•Goleta, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Sr. Process Quality Engineer – Manufacturing for the Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) – Santa Barbara Focalplane Team. Our team is responsible for driving the highest standards of product quality across all manufacturing processes. What You Will Be Doing As the Sr. Process Quality Engineer – Manufacturing you will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality systems that ensure the integrity, reliability, and performance of our missile and fire‑control hardware. You will contribute to cutting‑edge missile and fire‑control systems that protect national security while working in a collaborative, high‑performance environment with talented engineers and technicians. We provide advanced tools, training, and continuous‑improvement programs to accelerate your career growth. 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 located in Goleta, CA. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (advanced degree a plus) with 5+ years of experience in process or manufacturing or quality engineering, preferably in aerospace or defense. or equivalent combined education and experience.
Proficiency with statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP, Python, etc.) and quality methodologies (Six‑Sigma, Lean, FMEA, SPC).
Strong problem‑solving ability and experience leading root‑cause investigations.
Familiarity with aerospace standards and documentation requirements.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across diverse functional teams.

Responsibilities

Develop & Execute Quality Plans – Create comprehensive quality control plans, inspection criteria, and test methods for new and existing products.
Process Audits & Inspections – Perform internal audits, line walkthroughs, and real‑time inspections to verify conformance to specifications and standards.
Data Analysis & Trending – Collect, analyze, and visualize quality data to uncover trends and prioritize improvement opportunities.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration – Partner with design engineers, manufacturing supervisors, test teams, and program managers to resolve non‑conformances.
Continuous Improvement Leadership – Lead root‑cause investigations, develop corrective actions, and track effectiveness through metrics such as PFMEA and SPC.