Quality Assurance Lead, Aerospace & Defense

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4x10 schedule

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental Leave

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation is seeking a qualified Quality Assurance leader to direct the daily operations of the quality team and ensure adherence to regulatory and internal standards. You will oversee inspections, mentor staff, and drive corrective actions across all quality processes.

The role involves interfacing with customers, supporting supplier quality, and promoting Lean/ Six Sigma initiatives to improve yield and reduce waste. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Supervisory or lead experience.
• Ability to work on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily activities of the quality team (assignments, coaching, performance reviews).
• Oversee incoming, in process, and final inspections using calibrated equipment.
• Review and approve NCRs and disposition decisions.
• Monitor adherence to AS9100, ISO 9001, and other pertinent standards.
• Conduct internal audits and support external audits (e.g., NIST, DoD).
• Lead corrective and preventive action activities; drive root cause investigations.

Skills

STEM background

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AS9100

ISO 9001

Job description

Lockheed Martin Corporation is seeking a qualified Quality Assurance leader to direct the daily operations of the quality team and ensure adherence to regulatory and internal standards. You will oversee inspections, mentor staff, and drive corrective actions across all quality processes.

The role involves interfacing with customers, supporting supplier quality, and promoting Lean/ Six Sigma initiatives to improve yield and reduce waste. Strong leadership and communication are essential.