Supplier Quality Engineer Senior (SQE)

Job Description:

Description: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.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

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.

Why Join Us
We seek a collaborative leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. 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. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

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.
Basic Qualifications:
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
Desired Skills:
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
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First

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

Job Ident #: 91555233520

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American global aerospace, defense, security and advanced technologies company with worldwide interests. It was formed by the merger of Lockheed Corporation with Martin Marietta in March 1995. It is headquartered in North...

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Job Info

Location

Arlington, Texas, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/