Description:WHO WE ARELockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.
WHAT WE'RE DOINGAt Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.
The WorkJob Description
Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Lead and primary POC for delivery of supplied products and services at TLS San Diego, CA and LaMesa, Mexico facilities.
**This role is critical to ensure the quality and overall management of procured product are successful across TLS Operations as well as cross plant RMS programs.**
The selected candidate will ensure Suppliers adherence to requirements and drive corrective/preventative actions for non-conforming product, processes and procedures. This position will support multiple programs, significant volume of procured product, delivering to the TLS San Diego and La Mesa sites which includes VTESS, ISIS, and Radar programs. There will be weekly travel to La Mesa, Mexico, and visits to Supplier sites to ensure early engagement and inspections are completed, as well as ensuring corrective actions are implemented. While managing several programs and collaborating within numerous lines of business (LOBs), the selected candidate will also coordinate weekly with as a key member of the larger Land & Maritime Solutions SQE team. This role is also excellent for a self-starter, with strong communication skills who can collaborate cross functionally with SQE Leadership, Product Quality, Receiving, Operations, Engineering, and Program Offices. Additional responsibilities include:
- Providing support and QA inspection to San Diego Receiving
- Collaborating/Participating in La Mesa Operations leadership team meetings
- Solve complex challenges involving nonconforming (NC) product and possible internal triggers
- Document NC descriptions, RCCAs, and recommending a path forward on internal technical issues
- Monitor defect trends and perform root cause analysis
- Interface with Operations Program Managers (OPMs), Manufacturing Engineering, Product Quality, Supply Chain Management and other functions.
WHO YOU AREYou 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.
WHY JOIN USWe believe that flexibility is the future of work. We are proud to offer the flexible 4X10 work schedule that support our employees’ diverse personal needs.
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Basic Qualifications:Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree (technical) from an accredited college with 5 years of professional experience; or 3 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree.
Proven experience in project management and team leadership
Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings
Complex data analysis skills with proven collaboration with customers and cross-functional teams
Experience within the Engineering or Quality field
Desired Skills:Desired Skills
Demonstrated leadership skills managing both technical and team aspects with cross team collaboration.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Green Belt Certification
Experience successfully operating as part of a multi-site team
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should KnowExpression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours 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 our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate:The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Maryland, Washington or Washington DC is $78,500 - $150,400. 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.
Benefits offered: 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.
(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.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate:The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $90,200 - $170,000. 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.
Benefits offered: 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.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.At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on
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Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
