Supplier Quality Engineer Senior (SQE)

Lockheed Martin•Arlington, TX

5d•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 PAC‑3 Production program. What You Will Be Doing As the Supplier Quality Engineer Senior you will be responsible for driving supplier‑focused quality initiatives, delivering source inspections, and acting as the technical liaison for all supplier‑related quality matters. This role offers the chance to shape quality strategy for a high‑visibility program, influence cross‑functional teams, and make a tangible impact on national defense capabilities. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options.

Requirements

Ability to travel 20% - 30%
STEM degree at the Bachelor level or higher, or equivalent experience
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
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
Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with Suppliers, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, and other stakeholders
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

STEM degree at the Bachelor level or higher preferred
An understanding and knowledge of special processes and an overall understanding of how to manage and interface with suppliers daily to support the Program
Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)
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, first‑, and product‑ at supplier sites in accordance with AS2 other.
Provide internal and supplier support for root‑cause analysis and corrective‑preventive 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 flow‑down requirements are implemented and verified while interfacing daily with suppliers.
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sub‑contracting, Program Management, customers, and suppliers to embed quality standards throughout hardware development and testing.