Quality Engineer - Arlington, TX

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• STEM degree at Bachelor’s level or higher.
• Strong knowledge of quality principles in the aerospace industry (AS9100, NADCAP, etc.).
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and technical requirements.

E1584:
Quality Engineer Staff

Lockheed Martin’s Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) business area is seeking a Quality Engineer Staff to support the THAAD (Terminal High‑Altitude Area Defense) program’s anticipated growth and production ramp‑up.

The successful candidate will drive quality assurance activities that enable the rapid, reliable expansion of production facilities, tooling, and test infrastructure. The engineer will work closely with cross‑functional teams to verify that new infrastructure and equipment meet all required specifications before release to production.

• Facility & Equipment Enablement – lead the definition, qualification, and hand‑off of new or modified production spaces, tooling, and test stations; ensure compliance with THAAD program requirements.
• Verification & Validation (V&V) – physical confirmation/demonstration testing that documented processes, equipment, tools, personnel and training meet required quality standards.
• Quality Integration – embed quality controls into design reviews, process flows, and documentation for facility upgrades; track and report quality metrics throughout the ramp‑up.
• Root‑Cause & Corrective Action – investigate non‑conformances, perform root‑cause analysis, implement corrective actions and verify effectiveness.
• Process Improvement – identify bottlenecks or risk areas in the production ramp‑up and propose enhancements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product reliability.
• Supplier & LM Make Site Collaboration – validate that delivered equipment, tooling and components meet quality standards.
• Stakeholder Communication – provide clear, timely status updates and risk assessments to program managers, engineering leads, government representatives and senior leadership.

Position based in Arlington, TX with required on‑site presence and travel to supplier and Lockheed Martin site locations.

First shift, 4 x 10‑hour days with 3 days off per week. Eligible for part‑time telework (up to 50% of the work schedule). Schedule and telework details discussed during the hiring process.

• Experience in capacity and velocity improvement projects within a diverse supply chain.
• Advanced understanding of quality engineering principles specific to high‑rate production.
• Experience with facility‑level projects including tool/fixture integration, test equipment V&V, production line optimization, etc.
• Proven track record developing new capabilities within the supply chain.
• Expertise in root‑cause analysis techniques and implementing lasting corrective actions.
• Familiarity with Lean/Six‑Sigma methodologies for process improvement.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interface in a fast‑paced teaming environment.
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications.

Lockheed Martin is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5‑30 days of the requisition posting date for optimal consideration.