Program Quality Engineer Asc - E1 Job Details

Job Title: Program Quality Engineer Asc - E1

Posting Start Date: 8/26/26

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Manages the implementation and execution of program quality requirements. Responsible for all aspects of Quality across the programs life-cycle including proposals, contract review, start-up, development, transition to production, production and support. Requires an understanding of quality tasks across quality functions including hardware, software, systems and suppliers/subcontractors, and customers. Proficient in company policies. Partners with program teams as the Quality Lead for design, development, production and mobilization phases of program execution. Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including suppliers. Establishes quality budgets and cost commitments. Serves on the program area Risk and Opportunity Review Boards; nominates risks and opportunities. Ensures Quality Assurance Plans are documented and current and implemented. Schedules and ensures assessments of program (e.g. quality audits). Participates in independent program reviews to understand risks and drive Return to Green plans. Maintains a DCMA/Customer quality relationship. Establishes and maintains effective Quality Program Team business rhythm.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in technical discipline (e.g. engineering field) or equivalent discipline, or experience (e.g. math, physics, software, etc.).
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Ability to support weekend and 2nd shift software test runs occasionally during Run for Record Testing.
Possess a strong use of computer systems related to documenting and tracking work instructions and non-conformances in conjunction with office suite.
Ability to achieve and maintain certification in technical skills as required by the role.
US Citizenship required.

Desired Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of nonconformance handling and disposition.
Hardware Quality Engineering related experience in a production environment.
Software Engineering or development experience
Ability to work in an environment with evolving requirements and dynamic schedules
Experience in Design/Test Readiness/Manufacturing Readiness Reviews
Knowledge of Quality Systems and Processes
Knowledge of SAP operating systems, Automation Framework, EPDM, P2P, and VECAMS

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $65500.00 - $121700.00

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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.