Quality Engineer - Grand Prairie, TX

Description: You will be the Quality Engineer for Lockheed Martin in Grand Prairie, TX, working in the Material Test Lab. Our team is responsible for ensuring the quality of manufactured and procured products, and you will play a key role in achieving this goal.

• Verifying requirements and testing materials for compliance with industrial standards.
• Developing and maintaining quality evaluation and control systems.
• Collaborating with engineering and manufacturing functions.
• Implementing inspection and testing methods.
• Conducting quality assurance tests and statistical analysis.
• Auditing quality systems and ensuring corrective measures meet standards.
• Interfacing with customers, suppliers, and program personnel on quality issues.
• Utilizing lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Making final decisions on product acceptability.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Quality Engineer to join our team. You will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and make a difference in the quality of our products. You will have the chance to work with cross-functional teams, develop your skills in quality engineering, and contribute to the success of our organization.

• STEM degree at Bachelors level or higher, preferably in Material Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering discipline.
• Ability to review, interpret and apply specifications to determine compliance with requirements.
• Test experience with materials and components such as electronic components, perishable materials, and raw metals.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis tools.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Ability to organize and track multiple activities and prioritize tasks based on importance.
• Knowledge of configuration and data management.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications:
  Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to travel.

• Ability to operate equipment and machining tools in machine shop for specimen preparation.
• ASQ CQE (Certified Quality Engineer) and / or CQIA (Certified Quality Improvement Associate).
• SAP Application Experience.
• Experience working with government customers.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including Team building and Collaboration.
• Demonstrated Presentation skills.
• Effective Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Written, Oral, Listening, Presentation, Technical Writing.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and processes.
• Basic understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance).

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. Clearance Level: Secret.

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