Program Quality Engineering Mgr - L5

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 129,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Dallas, Texas is seeking a Program Quality Engineering Manager for the PrSM program. You will lead the Program Quality team to ensure excellence in production execution and drive continuous improvement across the program lifecycle.

The role requires strong leadership, experience with quality audits, and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams. A US citizen capable of obtaining a security clearance is required; a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance.
• Knowledge of Quality Management practices and quality audits.
• Full spectrum leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quality team across program life-cycle from proposals to production.
• Manage contract reviews and flow down quality requirements to the team.
• Establish quality budgets and cost commitments.
• Participate in risk and opportunity reviews and drive return-to-green plans.
• Maintain DCMA/Customer quality relationships.

Skills

AS9100 experience

Control Account Manager experience

EVMS knowledge

PrSM program experience

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Multitasking under pressure

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Program Quality Engineering Manager for the PrSM Program Quality team. Our team is responsible for quality management of PrSM production execution, coordinating recruitment and training, managing budgets and schedules, monitoring quality performance, and reporting quality metrics.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Program Quality Engineering Manager you will be responsible for leading the PrSM Program Quality team to ensure excellence in production execution and continuous improvement.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Oversee quality management of PrSM production execution.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and training of quality personnel.
• Manage budgets and schedules to meet program milestones.
• Monitor quality performance and implement corrective actions.
• Report quality metrics to senior leadership.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a proven track record in program quality engineering, adept at driving process excellence and fostering cross-functional teamwork. This role offers the opportunity to shape quality standards on a high-impact program and make a tangible difference.

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.

Leads those who manage the implementation and execution of program quality requirements. Responsible for all aspects of Quality across the programs life-cycle including proposals, contract review, start-up, development, transition to production, production and support. Requires an understanding of quality tasks across quality functions including hardware, software, systems and suppliers/subcontractors, and customers. Proficient in company policies. Partners with program teams as the Quality Lead for design, development, production and mobilization phases of program execution. Performs contract reviews and flows down contract quality requirements to quality team, including suppliers. Establishes quality budgets and cost commitments. Serves on the program area Risk and Opportunity Review Boards; nominates risks and opportunities. Ensures Quality Assurance Plans are documented and current and implemented. Schedules and ensures assessments of program (e.g. quality audits). Participates in independent program reviews to understand risks and drive Return to Green plans. Maintains a DCMA/Customer quality relationship. Establishes and maintains effective Quality Program Team business rhythm.

Basic Qualifications

Must be a US Citizen

Ability to obtain a US Security clearance

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM discipline from an accredited college or university

Knowledge of Quality Management practices and quality audits

Full spectrum leadership experience

Desired Skills

AS9100 experience

Control Account Manager experience

EVMS knowledge

PrSM Program experience

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Ability to work multiple tasks and deal with competing priorities in a fast paced environment

Excellent communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $129000.00 - $239600.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

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.