Quality Engineer - Orlando, FL

Lockheed Martin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Orlando, FL seeks a Quality Engineer to drive product and process quality across the lifecycle. You will lead investigations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and implement improvements with a focus on customer satisfaction.

The role requires a STEM degree and the ability to obtain a secret clearance, with a strong emphasis on data-driven quality and reliability across design, manufacturing, and supplier networks.

Qualifications

• Must have STEM bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Drive quality excellence across design, production, and supplier domains.
• Lead product failure investigations and MRB decisions.
• Develop and implement quality improvement strategies for internal and supplier performance.
• Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, including statistics.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Reading drawings/specifications

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Quality Engineer for the Quality Engineering Team. Our team is responsible for ensuring product and process quality across the product lifecycle.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving quality excellence across design, production, and supplier domains, ensuring that products meet rigorous standards and customer expectations.

• Conduct technical evaluations of product requirements, specifications, and designs.
• Lead product failure investigations and material review board decisions.
• Develop and implement quality improvement strategies for internal and supplier performance.
• Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, including statistical analysis.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is passionate about delivering measurable quality improvements. This role offers the opportunity to influence product reliability, work directly with engineering and manufacturing leaders, and make a tangible impact on customer satisfaction. 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 https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-OrlandoFL

Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications

• STEM degree at Bachelor level or above.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications for development of Quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for inspection and test of manufactured products.
• Experience doing root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration.

Desired Skills

• Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black belt certifications.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and controls.
• Experience performing First Article Inspections IAW AS9102
• Experience with automated processes and robotic technologies.
• Knowledge and/or experience working to the requirements of Industry recognized Quality Systems such as International (ISO) and Aerospace (AS) regulations.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

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.