Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Arlington, TX

Lockheed Martin•Arlington, TX

1d•$67,000 - $133,400•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be the Supplier Quality Engineer for the Supplier Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring that every component we receive from our global supplier base meets Lockheed Martin’s exacting standards, protecting program schedules and mission success. What You Will Be Doing As the Supplier Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving supplier‑focused quality initiatives, safeguarding product integrity, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to resolve quality issues.

Requirements

Ability to travel 25% - 30%
Bachelors degree in STEM
Must have ability to obtain a security clearance
Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques
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
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

ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)
Strong familiarity with Production Operations
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
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

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled product source inspections, first‑article reviews, and product line validations per AS9102 and other applicable standards.
Provide internal and supplier support for root‑cause analysis and corrective‑preventive actions tied to Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
Perform ongoing surveillance of supplier conformance and deliver weekly written performance reports.
Participate in supplier failure diagnoses, Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and drawing/process reviews to ensure design assurance.
Act as the technical liaison for quality engineering matters, interfacing daily with suppliers, program management, and customers.