Quality Engineer - Early Career

Quality Engineer (ASC) – Missiles & Fire Control Location

This position is based in Ocala, Florida.

As an entry‑level Quality Engineer, you will support the execution and continuous improvement of quality processes across manufacturing and program operations. You will partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure product quality, compliance with requirements, and timely resolution of quality issues.

• Support quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with engineering requirements, specifications, and Command Media (e.g., MPPs)
• Review and analyze nonconformances to assist with defect identification, containment, and documentation
• Participate in root cause and corrective action investigations using structured problem‑solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone)
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting of quality metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements
• Support inspection and test activities, including verification of product conformance
• Assist with audit preparation and execution (internal, customer, and regulatory)
• Ensure adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) requirements (AS9100 / ISO 9001)
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing and defect reduction strategies

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related discipline
• Demonstrated understanding of quality principles, including inspection, testing, and defect identification
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Basic knowledge of root cause and corrective action methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• U.S. citizenship required; position requires a secret clearance

• Exposure to nonconformance systems (MRB, discrepancy reporting, defect tracking tools)
• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools and methods (SPC, Cp/Cpk, trend analysis)
• Experience supporting corrective/preventive action (CAPA/CAR) processes
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen)
• Understanding of circuit card assembly and wiring harness manufacturing

Secret clearance required.

• Onsite Full‑time:
  Work will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
• Schedule:
  
  4 × 10 hour day, 3 days off per week.

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