Standard Job Description
You will be the Program Quality Engineering Manager for the Quality Program Team. Our team is responsible for implementing and executing quality requirements for PAC‑3 Missile Production.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Program Quality Engineering Manager you will be responsible for leading the Quality Program Team to ensure rigorous quality standards throughout the PAC‑3 missile lifecycle.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead Quality and Supplier Quality Engineers to support production across hardware, software, systems, and suppliers.
- Drive monthly contractual commitments by solving high‑impact quality issues and managing corrective actions.
- Conduct independent program reviews to assess risks and develop Return‑to‑Green plans. - Maintain DCMA/Customer quality relationships and establish effective Quality Program Team rhythms.
- Develop strategic plans for team growth and champion process improvements across functional organizations.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, forward‑thinking leader who thrives on delivering measurable quality impact. This role offers the chance to shape critical missile production processes, work with advanced technology, and influence a high‑visibility program that directly supports national defense.
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 Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical, Industrial, Quality‑Assurance or a related STEM discipline — or equivalent combination of education, certifications, and relevant work experience
- Demonstrated ability to make data‑driven decisions, set priorities, and provide clear direction in a dynamic business environment
- Experience developing, implementing and measuring Quality Management systems or strategies that produced measurable improvements
- Proven experience presenting quality‑focused proposals or results to cross‑functional leadership groups, with documented adoption of the recommended solutions
Desired Skills
- Strong customer‑focused mindset; ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders (customers, DCMA, other business units) to resolve problems and develop employee talent
- Experience creating, monitoring, and reporting executive‑level operations metrics (e.g., OEE, CPK, First‑Pass Yield)
- Expertise leading continuous‑process‑improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma) and driving measurable results
- Hands‑on experience planning and executing Quality Engineering tools such as PPAP, APQP, and other product‑launch quality processes
- Ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations that influence cross‑functional teams and deliver results
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
