Systems Software Quality Engineering; SSQE Manager - Grand Prairie TX Grand

Position: Systems Software Quality Engineering (SSQE) Manager - Grand Prairie TX at Lockheed Martin Grand[...]

Systems Software Quality Engineering (SSQE) Manager - Grand Prairie TX job at Lockheed Martin. Grand Prairie, TX.
Job : 694729
Date posted: Jun. 09, 2025

Description: You will be a Systems and Software Quality Engineering (SSQE) Manager for our team in Grand Prairie, TX. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality systems and software products, and you will play a critical role in leading the strategic direction and performance of our SSQE discipline. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement, talent development, and maintaining alignment with industry standards and best practices.

What You Will Be Doing
As an SSQE Manager, you will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and performance of several key areas within the Systems and Software Quality Engineering discipline. These key areas include data analytics, continuous improvement, talent development, and maintaining alignment with AS9100 Quality Management Systems and Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI). Your responsibilities will include:

• Create and manage strategies to ensure the sustainment of knowledge and best practices within the SSQE team.

• Oversee implementation of the Software Quality Programs according to company and contract requirements.

• Develop and implement processes to optimize practices that reduce risks and support continuous improvements.
Why Join Us
We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. As an SSQE Manager, you will be part of a team that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, and contribute to the success of our organization. If you are a subject matter expert in the area of Systems and Software Quality Engineering, have excellent communication skills, and possess a proven ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of management and with a variety of customers, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location. 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. A company-sponsored interim secret is required to start.
Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree at Bachelors level or above or equivalent experience/combined education. Ability to obtain and maintain a favorably-adjudicated SECRET clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Strong knowledge of industry recognized Quality systems/models such as ISO
9001, AS9100, and CMMI. Strong knowledge of test equipment design, development and validation practices. Strong knowledge of Product Development Processes (Requirements Analysis, Product Integration, and Verification and Validation). Experience in Product Development (Requirements Analysis, Product Integration, and Verification & Validation). Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodology. Ability to lead teams, mentor employees, and influence changes within the organization.

Ability to give, receive, and act on critical feedback. Demonstrate effective communications skills to structure, prepare, and deliver compelling and clear communications to all levels of the organization Extensive experience in solving complex problems associated with the quality of software products in deliverable systems, and the quality of the automated test equipment to accept those systems.
Desired

Skills:


STEM Degree at bachelors level or higher preferred. Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification. Experience on both production and development efforts.

Experience with Government customers including DCMA.

Experience with Software Engineering and the ability to read and understand software code.

Experience with business proposals, staffing, and long range planning goals and objectives. Ability to travel.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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