Standard Job Description
You will be the Quality Engineer for the GMLRS program team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑performance precision‑guided munitions that meet the toughest operational requirements.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Quality Engineer you will be responsible for applying rigorous quality principles throughout the product lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Apply quality principles across design, incoming material, production control, and product evaluation.
- Conduct technical evaluations of requirements, specifications, designs, and procedures.
- Collaborate with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers on quality issues.
- Lead product failure investigations, material review board decisions, and corrective/preventive actions.
- Develop strategies to improve internal and supplier performance and productivity.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. This role offers the chance to directly impact the reliability of precision‑guided munitions and work alongside top engineering talent.
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.
Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Quality Assurance, or a related STEM discipline
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance
- Experience in engineering or quality assurance, developing inspection methods, work instructions, and procedures for manufactured products
- Experience applying root‑cause and corrective‑action analysis tools to resolve technical/process issues and dispositioning non‑conforming products
- Ability to support travel as required
Desired Skills
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
- Experience supporting government customers or contracts
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel for data analysis, PowerPoint for technical presentations)
- Ability to organize and track multiple activities and prioritize task based on importance
- Ability to review, interpret and apply specifications to determine compliance with requirements
- Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration
- Effective communication skills: written, oral, listening, and presentation
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis tools
- Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and processes
- Basic understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance)
- ASQ Certified Quality Associate (CQA), Quality Engineer (CQE), Quality Auditor (CQA)
- Experience in extracting data, developing charts, and reporting metrics
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.