Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer (Level 4)

Lockheed Martin•Huntington Beach, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer This is a deployed position in the Greater Los Angeles Area areas working primarily in the Long Beach area at various LM supplier companies. (Telecommuter remote work location to be reasonable driving distance to LM assigned suppliers as defined in agreement with manager). The supplier is located in Garden Grove The selected candidate will be responsible for achieving total quality performance across multiple sites for strategic suppliers that produce major airframe and systems components. Candidate needs working knowledge background in GD&T, Inspection methods, Tooling, AS9100, AS9102. working knowledge of Six Sigma, preventive tools PDCA, PFMEA, Mistake Proofing and Gap Analysis. Must have knowledge and effectively apply root cause analysis, Cause Mapping, Cause & Effect diagrams, Pick Charts and, structured RCCA for effective corrective action. Goals are to lead the supplier through the process of developing and executing plans that ensure long term flow of defect-free products in support of LM Aero production. The selected candidate will be accountable for collaborating with functional organizations and leadership at the supplier sites and at LM Aero to solve technical and contractual issues, and for ensuring supplier performance is aligned with quality goals while sustaining production delivery requirements. Must be a US Citizen. This position supports a facility that requires special access. What’s In It For You: From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Who You Are You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative and inclusive environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.

Requirements

Bachelors degree from an accredited college in STEM
Proficient in Blueprint Reading and First Article Inspection (FAI)
Interpretation of Engineering Process Specifications
Background in verification of mechanical methods for complex machined parts and assemblies
Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Knowledgeable level RCCA ensuring effectiveness of CA plans.
Knowledgeable in surveillance of QMS / manufacturing processes
Must be within a reasonable driving distance to LM assigned suppliers as defined in agreement with manager
Candidate needs working knowledge background in GD&T, Inspection methods, Tooling, AS9100, AS9102
working knowledge of Six Sigma, preventive tools PDCA, PFMEA, Mistake Proofing and Gap Analysis
Must have knowledge and effectively apply root cause analysis, Cause Mapping, Cause & Effect diagrams, Pick Charts and, structured RCCA for effective corrective action
Must be a US Citizen
This position supports a facility that requires special access

Nice To Haves

Green belt and Six Sigma certification is a plus
Knowledge of RCCA/PFMEA/APQP
Proficient in Microsoft office applications
Effective written and oral communication skills
Self-starter with effective time management skills

Responsibilities

Achieving total quality performance across multiple sites for strategic suppliers
Developing and executing plans that ensure long term flow of defect-free products in support of LM Aero production
Collaborating with functional organizations and leadership at the supplier sites and at LM Aero to solve technical and contractual issues
Ensuring supplier performance is aligned with quality goals while sustaining production delivery requirements