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Lockheed Martin · 1 day ago

Program Quality Engineering Associate Manager

Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly motivated individual to provide leadership for a team of Quality Engineers in support of the IRST program. This Program Quality Engineering Associate Manager will lead a team and be accountable for multiple Quality roles and responsibilities throughout the program's life cycle.

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Responsibilities

IRST Quality Risk Indicator (QRI)
Operational Health Index (OHI)
Corrective Action Board (CAB)
Failure Review Boards (FRB)
Preliminary Material Review (PMR)
Material Review Board (MRB)
Yield Improvement
AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI)
Program Baseline Reviews, INAR's, and PAR's
External and Internal Audits
Customer Briefings
Personnel training, mentoring, work assignments, workload allocation, performance assessment inputs and recognition / disciplinary action inputs
Driving process, quality and technical improvements
Drive and facilitate root cause and corrective action (RCCA)
Support Proposal / Basis of Estimates (BOE) inputs
Support risk mitigation activities and design/technical reviews
Work with internal cross-functions such as engineering, operations, global supply chain, program management, and planning to support IRST program goals, objectives, and commitments
Analysis of performance data and effectiveness of corrective & preventative actions
Lead, facilitate, and support resolution of critical/complex technical or operational problems
Will assure relevant standards, specifications, procedures, and processes are implemented and are adhered to during program operations

Qualification

AS9100 certificationQuality risk managementProcess improvementAerospace manufacturing experienceLean Six SigmaCustomer relationship managementTeam leadershipAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsMentoring skills

Required

Bachelor's level degree or higher in STEM and/or equivalent job experience combined with education
Must be able to obtain a secret clearance
Ability to develop a vision for a team or an organization and develop and implement tactical actions to achieve the vision
Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment with strong skills in AS9100 certification and compliance requirements
Process improvement / process control experience
Understanding of quality, procurement, operations, and risk management processes
Demonstrated ability to perform as a Full Spectrum Leader which includes: (1) Delivering Results, (2) Shaping the Future, (3) Building Effective Relationships, (4) Energizing the Team and (5) Modeling Personal Excellence, Integrity, and Accountability
Demonstrated ability to develop strong multi-functional team and develop strong customer relationships
Ability to give, receive, and act on critical feedback
Ability to form creative partnerships to improve execution and competitive performance
Experience and able to work complex projects from start to finish
Demonstrated ability to work at all levels of the organization to identify and drive systemic root cause and corrective action utilizing quantitative and qualitative analytical methods
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies

Preferred

STEM degree at Bachelor's level or higher is preferred
Knowledge of Lockheed Martin/Aerospace quality related systems, processes and procedures as applicable to IRST hardware development, production, and/or sustainment to make data driven decisions
Previous Quality experience, interpreting and applying contractual and AS9100 requirements
Strong product and process knowledge
Excellent technical skills, communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated talent development and team building skills
High energy, self-starting, team player who achieves goals

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$6.06B
Key Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M

Leadership Team

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Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
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Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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