Lockheed Martin · 6 hours ago
Program Quality Engineering Manager
Arlington, TX
Part-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelLockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Program Quality Engineering Manager. This role involves leading a team of Quality and Supplier Quality Engineers to implement and execute quality requirements for LTIAMD, ensuring adherence to quality standards throughout the program execution phases.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of Quality to support manufacturing with inputs to and from proposals, contract review, start-up, development, transition to production, production and sustainment. Requires an understanding of quality tasks across quality functions including hardware, software, systems and suppliers/subcontractors, and customers
Partners with program teams for Quality execution of design, development, production and mobilization phases of program execution
Proficient in company policies
Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including suppliers
Establishes and manages quality budgets and cost commitments
Supports the delivery of monthly contractual commitments through problem solving of high-impact quality issues through reviews of technical risk assessments, evaluation of corrective actions, and documentation of customer concerns
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
Develop strategic plans for team growth and development for a proactive quality approach
Engage with other functional organizations to drive process improvements and efficiencies as well as for adherence to key quality metrics
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher is STEM or equivalent years of experience
Strong understanding of AS9100 and other industry quality standards
Demonstrated ability to make critical decisions, set priorities and provide succinct direction in a dynamic business environment
Experience developing and driving Quality Management strategies resulting in optimal business outcomes
Experience with creating and implementing new processes, while effectively managing change
Effective presentation skills and demonstrated ability to develop messages and compelling strategies resulting in cross functional teams implementing and executing innovative solutions
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
Preferred
Bachelor's degree or higher is STEM preferred
Previous management experience
Inclusive and customer focused behavior and problem-solving abilities, developing employees, building constructive partnering relationships with customers, employees, DCMA, and other functions
Demonstrated ability to create, monitor and report on executive operations metrics
Demonstrated expertise leading and implementing continuous process improvement
Experience planning and/or executing Quality Engineering tools (i.e. PPAP, APQP, Lean / Six Sigma)
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and influence others by translating data to actionable information that deliver results
Experience in creating new processes or methods to execute quality with affordability as a focal point
Demonstrated ability to evaluate opportunities, weigh trade‑offs, and make timely recommendations when data is scarce or still emerging
Ability to iterate quickly, gather feedback, and refine decisions as more data becomes available
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
Company
Lockheed Martin
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.
Founded in 1912
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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