You will be the Associate Quality Engineer for the Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of manufactured and procured products within Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.
What You Will Be Doing
As the Associate Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving quality excellence across our product lines, ensuring that every component meets rigorous performance and safety standards.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Develop and execute test plans for manufactured and procured components.
Analyze quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate with suppliers to resolve non‑conformances.
Support root‑cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Why Join Us
The ideal candidate is a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, brings strong analytical skills, and is committed to delivering high‑impact results. This role offers the opportunity to influence product quality at a critical business unit and work alongside seasoned engineers.
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.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
-Bachelors degree in a STEM degree with 1+ years of professional experience, no experience required with a STEM related Masters degree or equivalent combined education and experience.
-Ability to work independently and as a team player.
-Proficiency in relevant computer applications.
-This position requires the ability to obtain a secret clearance within a year of starting, therefore all candidates need to be US Citizens
-Working knowledge of MES systems
-Working knowledge of GD&T, FMEAs, and Root Cause and Corrective Action processes.
-Experience in Six-Sigma green belt techniques and statistical process control methods.
-Strong written and oral communication skills.
-Discrete and/or Micro-electronics experience.
-J-STD-001/IPC-A-610 familiarization.
-ASQ CQE.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $65500.00 - $121700.00
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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.
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