Job Description
Lockheed Martin is seeking a technical Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for a position based in Arlington, TX to support the THAAD production program.
The position will require working flexible hours and travel out of the assigned geographical area to support suppliers across the United States. The THAAD program team provides a challenging environment that stresses
continuous improvement and proactive mindset in driving down risk to the product and customer.
Responsibilities include:
-Identification of process variation, sources of waste and nonconformance's, and data analysis techniques to create innovative solutions to complex supply chain issues.
-Assurance that LM THAAD Supplier Quality activities are effective through supporting product line validations as outlined by AS9102, accurate measurement and characterization of resultant performance parameters, and risk management.
-Provide systemic support for issue resolution that involves true root cause, full containment, and corrective/preventive actions.
-Support Supplier requests tied to program requirements, interface with customer needs, and program management activities.
-Drive supplier's failure/diagnosis and strong grasp of Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
-Develop technical solutions to complex problems and provide liaison support related to quality engineering matters.
-Ensure supplier contract flow-down requirements
are implemented and verified and interfaces with
supplier on a daily basis.
-Review documentation related to supplier manufacturing processes to ensure quality products are delivered to the customer.
-Excel within a multifunctional supplier Integrated Product Teams with reviews of quality data on yields, rework, scrap and non-conformance aging.
Basic Qualifications
-Degree at the Bachelor level or above and/or equivalent experience/combined education.
-Ability to obtain a secret clearance.
-A strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Specifications, Contracts that will enable development and review of SQE Processes, and related Performance Metrics.
-Must be able to identify and document supplier's
quality deficiencies and ensure effective corrective action.
-Must have knowledge and understanding of critical design attributes and auditing/surveying capabilities.
-Ability to focus on continual improvement practices using causal analysis tools to drive corrective and preventive actions.
-Extensive experience in disposition of nonconforming products.
-Demonstrated experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement.
-Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
-Strong communication skills (both oral and written) will be necessary to support the assignment and weekly reports.
-Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and to support all supplier quality field engineering activities.
-Ability to travel.
Desired skills
-STEM degree at bachelors level or higher preferred.
-Demonstrated experience in project management from idea creation, to team involvement, thru execution and closeout of actions.
-A basic understanding of the MFC SAP and P2P business systems.
-ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt/Black Belt).
-Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements.
-Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers.
-Strong understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
-Demonstrated Leadership, Customer Relationship Management skills.
-Background in Electrical components.
EEO
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.
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Other Important Information
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Ability to work remotely
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 Schedule Information
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.
Colorado Pay Statement
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Washington or Washington DC is $64,400 - $123,400. 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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $74,000 - $139,400. 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.