Program Quality Engineer Sr - Mid-Level

Overview

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions.

We are revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world‑class team of professionals.

Quality Program Manager (QPM) within the Radar Sensor Systems (RSS) Market Segment in Syracuse, NY. Depending on the program assigned, the QPM may serve as a deputy to a more senior QPM on a large program or product line, or may be responsible for a smaller program.

The role of the QPM is to implement the program’s Quality plan and lead the Quality team ensuring compliance to industry standards, contractual requirements and customer expectations. The QPM serves as a single focal point for Quality & Mission Success (Customer, Program Management, Functions). They lead the Quality Program Team – all aspects including Hardware Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, and Production Operations Quality – through all areas of the program/product lifecycle.

The QPM ensures communication and flow down of requirements to internal teams and external supply base. The QPM may supplement quality team surveillance as required and is responsible to develop and manage the quality financial scope.

In a typical week, a QPM:

• Ensures Quality Engineering, Inspection and Auditor resources are in place to support surveillance activity and upcoming deliverables
• Flows Program and Quality related information to the Quality Program Team (QPT)
• Reviews Quality data for trends (favorable or unfavorable) and performs root cause analysis as needed
• Communicates with DCMA and end‑contract customers regarding upcoming joint customer events
• Collaborates with Engineering & Technology and Production Operations regarding process questions or changes
• Provides quality activity progress update and accomplishments in support of business rhythm

You are a dynamic and results‑oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college in an engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent job experience
• Quality/Development/Production/Process Engineering experience
• Project Leadership skills
• Root Cause and Corrective Action experience
• Strong Customer Relationship Management ability
• Candidate must be able to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. This requires U.S. citizenship.

• Communication skills – excellent verbal and written communication
• Previous program or product quality experience and program management experience
• Project management, leadership and delegation abilities
• ISO/AS9100 auditor
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Formal causal analysis experience
• Certified Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt/Blackbelt

This position requires a government security clearance and you must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.

Part‑time remote telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to employees. Schedules range from a standard 40‑hour over a five‑day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to Paid Time Off benefits.

Schedule for this position: 4‑x‑10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Experience level:
Experienced Professional

Business unit: RMS

Relocation available:
Possible

Career area: QA/Test and Inspection

Type:
Full‑time

Shift: First

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.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

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