Supplier Quality Field Representative - Expat in Australia Security Clearance

Position: Supplier Quality Field Representative Staff - Expat in Australia with Security Clearance
Job Number 715165

Description:

This position is for an approx. 2-year international assignment in Australia. You will be the Supplier Quality Field Representative Staff for the Supplier Quality team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of supplier performance and product integrity across the Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control portfolio. What You Will Be Doing As the Supplier Quality Field Representative Staff you will be responsible for driving supplier quality excellence through development and design, on-site inspections, root-cause support, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* New product development and qualification testing
* Perform scheduled product source inspections, first-article inspections, and purchase-order reviews in accordance with AS9102 and industry standards
* Provide internal and supplier support for root-cause analysis and corrective-preventive actions tied to Supplier Corrective Action Requests and audit findings
* Interface with customer and program management to align supplier deliverables with project objectives
* Conduct Quality Management System assessments and special-process surveys to verify compliance Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative professional who thrives in a hands-on problem-solving environment, eager to mentor and train quality individuals while driving continuous improvement.

This role offers the chance to impact supplier performance across a critical portfolio and work within a forward-thinking, human-centric team. 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 MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

The selected candidate must be able obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim secret clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be willing and able to live and work abroad in assigned country. STEM degree at bachelors level or equivalent mix of experience and education. MUST be an effective communicator and team-player working hand in hand with the assigned supplier. MUST build a collaborative working relationship built on trust and mutual respect. MUST have a clear working knowledge of electrical components, PCB's, circuitry, automated test equipment, electrical schematics and drawings, ESD, and all associated industry specifications.

Effective communication and interface with at least some of the following:
Government Representatives / DCMA, Quality Program Management, Quality Engineering, Program Management, Engineering, Supplier Management, Subcontract Management, Manufacturing Engineering, and Subcontract Management. Knowledge and understanding of critical design attributes, source acceptance inspections, and auditing.

Experience with reviewing or performing AS9102 First Article Inspections. Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems to document supplier's quality deficiencies following the non-conformance process. Ensure effective corrective action and follow-up is in place.

Experience with continual improvement practices, using tools like Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Causal Analysis to drive Corrective and Preventative Action. Must be able to ensure supplier contract flow-down requirements are implemented and verified and interfaces with supplier on a daily basis. Strong background understanding engineering drawing requirements including GD&T, Electrical and mechanical inspection methods. Overall understanding of how to manage and interface with a supplier daily to support program needs.

Demonstrated leadership and customer relationship management skills. Effective communication skills (oral and written) with ability to navigate complex situations. Proficient usage of Microsoft programs. Ability to travel, work a flexible schedule and support on OFF days if needed. Must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
Desired

Skills:

Experience working internationally

Experience with AS9145 APQP & PPAP.

Experience with Quality or Manufacturing auditing.

Experience with Electrical hardware.

Experience with Apriso/SAP and Procure to Pay (P2P). Experience or knowledge of special processes and associated specification requirements. Prior experience working at MFC and LM's supply base. American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certifications. Expert in Geometric, Dimension, & Tolerancing (GD&T). Extensive technical knowledge and experience in the area of Supplier Quality.

Experience with providing technical liaison support related to design and quality engineering matters.

Experience with new product qualification and testing.

Experience with new production line set up and validations.

Experience with creating work instructions and inspection…