Staff Supply Chain Quality Engineer

Lockheed Martin • Huntsville, AL

106d

About The Position

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you. This position is for an Advanced Engagement Supply Chain Quality Engineer who can demonstrate extreme ownership of the entire Supply Chain Quality lifecycle for the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program. A qualified candidate can apply quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, requirements development, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, process standardization, and/or production support as they apply to product or process quality for major subcontracted products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in technical discipline (e.g., engineering field) or equivalent discipline (e.g., Chemical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering), with 9 years or more of professional experience; or 7 years professional experience with a related Master's degree.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Quality Engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing/quality processes and documentation.
• Root Cause & corrective action implementation experience.
• Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) requirements including AS9100, ISO9000 and/or equivalent QMS requirements.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance and requires an Interim Secret Prior to start. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Supply Chain Quality Engineering and customer and/or supplier facing roles.
• Quality MRB Certification.
• Proven ability working independently and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate extreme ownership of the entire Supply Chain Quality lifecycle for the Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) program.
• Apply quality principles in design, incoming material, requirements development, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, process standardization, and production support.
• Perform technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures.
• Collaborate with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues.
• Engage in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action.
• Ensure corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements.
• Develop strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity.
• Evaluate quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.
• Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment.
• Conduct product quality tests and perform statistical analysis to assess products or materials.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree