Quality Engineer Asc Manager - Ocala, FL Security Clearance

Position: Quality Engineer Asc Manager - Ocala, FL with Security Clearance
Job Number 713454

Description:

Ocala Operations is a multi-shift manufacturing facility that builds circuit cards, wiring harnesses, and electo- assemblies. The facility provides it's products to six Missiles and Fire Control sites. Ocala specializes in both low volume high mix and high volume production that has a combination of automated processes as well as labor intensive manufacturing. Ocala Operations has a represented manufacturing workforce that is supported by a strong engineering and operations support team.

What You Will Be Doing We are seeking a Quality Manager to lead program-dedicated quality engineers and deliver comprehensive quality support across our production programs. This role ensures resources are aligned to program needs, drives continuous-process improvement, and guarantees on-time, on-cost deliveries that meet program and customer requirements. Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
Lead Quality Engineering Team
- Manage program-dedicated quality engineers.
- Allocate resources to support all production programs. Drive Continuous Improvement
- Develop and execute strategies that raise production-process efficiency, ensuring on-time, on-cost deliveries that meet program and customer requirements. Implement Quality Systems & Practices
- Oversee production quality engineering, skills training, metrology, inspection, QMS compliance, and supply-chain quality.
- Support corrective-action boards and quality initiatives for programs and mission areas. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Production Operations, Engineering & Technology, PP&C, and Program Management as an active Integrated Product Team member.
- Interface with peer managers, industry contacts, and customer representatives on technical, schedule, and contractual matters. Stakeholder Communication
- Conduct briefings and technical meetings for internal and external audiences. Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Lead resolution of critical/complex technical or operational issues to keep schedules on track. Financial & Performance Management
- Develop and administer budgets, schedules, and performance standards.
- Influence the definition of organizational objectives and long-range goals. Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a strategic, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values innovation. If you are passionate about quality management and eager to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. 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 Ocala. Discover more about our Ocala, Florida location. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree or higher in STEM
-This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

- Proven experience in Quality Assurance Management.

- Demonstrated ability to act as a change agent with strong critical-thinking and creative-problem-solving skills.

- Hands-on experience with processes such as epoxy/sealant application, painting, soldering, and cable/harness fabrication.

- Experience implementing mistake-proofing and other robust process-control methodologies.

- Ability to engage effectively with multiple internal teams and external customers, including Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) representatives.
Desired

Skills:

- 5 + years in manufacturing or related fields.

- Proven ability to perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions on high-volume, high-mix production lines.

- Lean Six-Sigma Certification (Green or Black Belt) with documented business-performance improvements.

- Expert-level proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, etc.).

- Experience evaluating and inserting new technologies into existing manufacturing processes.

- Circuit-card, wire-harness, and electro-optical production experience.

- Able to…