Quality Engineer

Job  

Date Posted:
Apr. 28, 2026

Lockheed Martin is seeking an experienced Program Quality Engineer (QE) Staff based in Arlington, TX supporting the PAC‑3 Production program.

• Strategic leadership and performance; specifically, manufacturing site performance, continuous improvement, talent development, training, and knowledge continuity.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert in Quality Engineering and an Advisor for the Quality team.
• Stay current with industry standards, solutions and leverage technology into Missiles & Fire Control (MFC).
• Ensure contractual quality requirements are implemented and verified.
• Perform technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures.
• Collaborate with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve tooling and test equipment manufacturing internally and with the supply chain.
• Provide technical liaison support related to quality engineering matters.
• Identify solutions to complex problems with a focus on continual improvement practices using resources like Causal Analysis to drive Corrective Action and Preventive Action.
• Drive strategies resulting in optimal business methods and practices for strengthening the Quality Management System and talent development.
• Collaborate with the Integrated Product Team and cross functionally to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Utilize quality methodologies and Missiles and Fire Control policies and procedures.

• STEM degree at the Bachelor level or above, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Strong understanding of engineering requirements and mechanical and electrical inspection methods – ability to interpret drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of QE processes, and related Performance Metrics.
• Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems utilizing causal analysis tools. This activity is applicable for both product and business processes.
• Minimum 5+ years of related experience and may have a post‑secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
• Experience with tooling and test equipment manufacturing.

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the capability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
• High energy, self‑starting, team player who achieves goals and demonstrates proven ability to resolve complex technical issues.
• Experience as a team lead and facilitator.
• Experience with AS9100, AS9102, J‑STD‑001, and IPC‑610 interpretation and application.

This position requires a US Citizen and a Secret security clearance.

Arlington, TX. Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available:
Possible

Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection

Type:
Full-Time

Shift: First

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.