Supplier Quality Engineer

What We’re Doing

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS), we design, develop and deliver some of the most advanced technologies in the world. Our teams are comprised of members with different backgrounds and skillsets who together drive visionary thinking through innovation and integrity. Quality plays an important role on these teams by applying the highest standards of business ethics and quality principles support our customer’s most challenging missions.

Come experience your future and be a part of our team!

Perform Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) related duties in support of the RMS’s Supplier Quality Assurance organization for product delivered to the Lockheed RMS facilities. Primary job responsibility would include support to cable/connector and COTS material, with expected growth into different material commodities.

Play a key role in supporting the manufacturing floor working alongside Product Quality to discern vendor responsible defects, assisting with stock purges and returning non-compliant product to vendors. Additional SQE activities include review of program contractual and drawing requirements and flow down of requirements on purchase orders and providing support to Procurement for supplier quality activities on commodity and/or subcontract procurements.

Also responsible for basic quality services including: supplier evaluation, verification of special processes, part acceptance planning, defect analysis, timely root cause and corrective action implementation for affected products. Makes recommendations on potential supplier usage based on cost, inspection of facilities, risk assessments, and historical performance. Successful candidates will also need to provide reporting on hardware and supply chain quality metrics utilized to manage SQA and supplier performance.

Some travel may also be required with regards to supplier engagements, audits, source inspections, etc.

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in defense, aerospace, and advanced technologies. Our mission is to solve the world’s toughest challenges by providing innovative solutions for our customers. We foster a culture of collaboration and growth, offering employees opportunities to develop new skills, advance their careers, and contribute to projects that make a global impact.

You thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment and are committed to delivering best-in-class products and solutions.

• Previous Quality Experience or technical working experience with cables and connectors
• Background with electrical and/or mechanical commodities
• Able to effectively communicate and interface with suppliers, Program Management, Engineering, Subcontracts Management team, and Operations

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Analysis/Critical thinking/Problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Experience with SAP based ERP and MRP systems
• Technical experience
• Audit experience
• Formal RCCA training and experience
• Familiarity with industry strandard (J-Std, IPC, etc)

None

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance
• Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays

The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $67,000 - $117,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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 in order to receive optimal consideration.

• Experience Level: Experienced Professional
• Business Unit: RMS
• Relocation Available:
  No
• Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
• Type:
  Full-Time
• Shift: First
• Schedule:
  
  4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week