Quality Engineer - 1st Shift

Lockheed Martin; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 63,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Flexible scheduling

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Camden, AR is seeking a Quality Engineer to apply quality principles across the product lifecycle, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. You will perform technical evaluations, lead failure investigations, develop inspection strategies, and conduct statistical analyses to ensure compliance with design and process standards.

A STEM degree and ability to obtain a secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• 1+ years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications; familiarity with calipers, micrometers, and CMM.
• Experience creating or maintaining work instructions, SOPs, or quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical evaluations of product requirements, specifications, and drawings.
• Lead failure investigations, MRB decisions, and corrective actions.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve internal and supplier performance.
• Design and analyze inspection and testing processes and equipment.
• Conduct statistical analysis to assess product and material compliance.

Skills

Quality engineering

GD&T reading

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelors degree in STEM

Tools

CMM

Calipers

Micrometers

MS Office

Job description

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer you will be responsible for applying quality principles throughout the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and driving continuous improvement.

Standard Job Description

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer you will be responsible for applying quality principles throughout the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross‑functional teams, and driving continuous improvement.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Perform technical evaluations of product requirements, specifications, and drawings.
• Lead failure investigations, material review board decisions, and corrective‑preventive actions.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve internal and supplier performance.
• Design and analyze inspection and testing processes and equipment.
• Conduct statistical analysis to assess product and material compliance.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is collaborative, analytical, and driven to elevate quality standards. This role offers the chance to influence high‑impact programs and work with cutting‑edge technologies in a supportive environment.

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.

Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or higher in STEM related field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications; familiarity with basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, CMM)
• Experience creating or maintaining work instructions, SOPs, or quality documentation

Desired Skills

• LeanSixSigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
• Experience supporting government customers or contracts
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel for data analysis, PowerPoint for technical presentations)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $63400.00 - $117800.00

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.