Supplier Quality Engineer Senior (SQE) - Arlington, TX

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Arlington, TX

63d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the Supplier Quality Engineer Senior for the Supplier Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the quality of products and services supplied to the PACâ3 Production program. What You Will Be Doing As the Supplier Quality Engineer Senior you will be responsible for driving supplierâfocused quality initiatives, delivering source inspections, and acting as the technical liaison for all supplierârelated quality matters. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a proactive, detailâoriented leader who thrives on solving complex supplier quality challenges. This role offers direct influence on a highâvisibility defense program, the chance to lead crossâfunctional initiatives, and the opportunity to shape supplier quality performance across the enterprise. We are committed to supporting your workâlife balance and overall wellâbeing, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheedâ¯Martin's comprehensive benefits package here. Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

Requirements

STEM degree at the Bachelor level or above, preferably in one of the following disciplines: Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent experience
Must have ability to obtain a security clearance
Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques
A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Must have knowledge and understanding of critical design attributes
Strong understanding of engineering requirements and mechanical and electrical inspection methods - ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of QE Processes, and related Performance Metrics
Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements
Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)
Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems utilizing causal analysis tools - must be able to identify and document supplier's quality deficiencies and ensure effective corrective actions are identified and implemented
An understanding and knowledge of special processes and an overall understanding of how to manage and interface with suppliers daily to support the Program
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with Suppliers, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, and other stakeholders
Ability to travel 20% - 30%

Nice To Haves

STEM degree at the Bachelor level or above preferred
ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt/Black Belt)
Ability to certify/approve a supplier to perform specified / special processes
Strong understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers
Demonstrated Leadership and Customer Relationship Management skills
Individual should be a self-starter who can work autonomously with minimal direction

Responsibilities

Support scheduled product source inspections, firstâ, and productâ at supplier sites in accordance with AS2 other.
Provide internal and supplier support for rootâcause analysis and correctiveâpreventive actions tied to Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
Participate in supplier failure diagnoses and Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and generate weekly surveillance reports on supplier conformance.
Ensure supplier contract flowâdown requirements are implemented and verified while interfacing daily with suppliers.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Subâcontracting, Program Management, customers, and suppliers to embed quality standards throughout hardware development and testing.