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Lockheed Martin · 4 hours ago

Quality Engineer - Grand Prairie, TX

Lockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking a Quality Engineer for the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) Program. The role involves driving production-quality initiatives, resolving complex process issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery of missile systems.

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Responsibilities

Identify and develop production strategies that reduce non‑conformances and improve yield for the GMLRS program
Review documentation and program plans to guarantee that internal and external manufacturing processes meet quality requirements
Support product testing, inspections, stock purges, root‑cause analysis, audits, and continuous‑improvement activities at multiple sites
Lead or participate in material‑review board meetings, disposition non‑conforming hardware in SAP, and drive effective corrective actions
Facilitate and perform ISO‑9001 / AS‑9100 audits, lead DD250 efforts, and interface with customers, suppliers, and program personnel on quality issues

Qualification

STEM degreeQuality standards developmentCompliance audit techniquesCausal Analysis toolsConfiguration ManagementMicrosoft OfficeTechnical writingInterpersonal skillsCritical thinkingPresentation skills

Required

Ability to travel 10% - 25% of the time and ability to work a flexible work schedule
STEM degree at the Bachelors level or above
Must have the ability to obtain a secret clearance
Experience developing quality standards, plans, methods, work instructions, and procedures for the inspection of manufactured or procured products
Able to interpret drawings and specifications to apply quality test, inspection methods and work instructions
Demonstrated understanding of Compliance audit techniques, AS9100 and production line validations
Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Demonstrated ability to use Causal Analysis tools
Experience in disposition of non-conforming products
Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management
Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc
Experience interacting with Suppliers, Production Sites, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, or other stakeholders

Preferred

Experience with Apriso
Experience with DD250
Experience auditing
Experience Leading or Initiating Strategic Initiatives
Experience with Hardware Inspections (i.e. mechanical, electrical, composites)
Experience with Technical Drawing, Change Notice, Change Request, Change Proposal Reviews
Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements or PPAP
Experience working with Government Customers
Experience working Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Production Sites
Experience working Shop Floor Quality Assurance/ Control
Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying trends and process improvement (including usage/ integration of Artificial Intelligence)
Experience with Failure Review Boards and Corrective Action Boards
Ability to support and report/ status multiple ongoing projects at once
Ability to work independently in job tasks and problem solve using critical thinking skills
Effective strong presentation and communication skills, written, oral, listening, technical writing
Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration

Benefits

Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package

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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