Quality Engineering Asc Mgr - L4

Lockheed Martin; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Texas is seeking a Program Quality Associate Manager to lead a global team of Quality Engineers and Supplier Quality Engineers on the GMLRS International program. You will oversee quality operations, drive defect prevention, and ensure compliance with customer and contractual requirements while implementing a robust continuous improvement strategy.

The role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and proficiency in Quality Engineering, Systems Engineering, and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a technical/engineering discipline from an accredited college.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Experience with AS9100/AS9102 and Quality Management Systems.
• Experience as a team lead with Full Spectrum Leadership.
• Experience working with Government customers.
• Travel ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse team of Quality Engineers and SQEs, including expatriates, to apply quality principles across design and production.
• Conduct technical evaluations, drive corrective and preventive actions, and minimize risk while optimizing program execution.
• Strengthen the Quality Management System, liaise with the customer, and drive data‑based improvements to enhance program performance.

Skills

Leadership

Business acumen

Full Spectrum Leadership

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor of Science in a Technical/Engineering discipline

Tools

GD&T

CAM

Job description

Standard Job Description

Program Quality Associate Manager leading a team of Quality Engineers (QEs) and Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) including expatriates on the GMLRS International program. The leader will have primary responsibilities on overseeing quality operations with focus on defect prevention/elimination and compliance to customer/contractual requirements. This position requires a dynamic, proactive and results oriented leadership to develop, implement and manage a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy which leverages input from internal LM cross-functional leads and customer representatives.

Standard Job Description

Program Quality Associate Manager leading a team of Quality Engineers (QEs) and Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) including expatriates on the GMLRS International program. The leader will have primary responsibilities on overseeing quality operations with focus on defect prevention/elimination and compliance to customer/contractual requirements. This position requires a dynamic, proactive and results oriented leadership to develop, implement and manage a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy which leverages input from internal LM cross-functional leads and customer representatives. The individual selected for this position must “lead by example”, possess a strong business acumen and display exceptional proficiency & competence in applied principles of Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality Engineering, Quality Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Reliability and Product & Process Variation Management. Advanced knowledge and experience with application of Aerospace Standards such as AS9100 & AS9102 is required.

What You Will Be Doing

Leadership & Team Management

The Quality Engineering Associate Manager leads a diverse team of Quality Engineers, including expatriates, overseeing the application of quality principles across design, production control, and product evaluation. The role involves managing talent development, establishing performance metrics, and fostering continuous improvement within the team to ensure high‑quality outcomes.

Technical & Program Execution

Key responsibilities include conducting technical evaluations of products, driving corrective and preventive action analyses, and developing processes that minimize risk while optimizing program execution. The manager collaborates with Integrated Product Teams and customers to align quality standards with program requirements, ensuring the Quality Management System complies with customer specifications and governmental regulations.

Strategic Improvement & Customer Liaison

The Associate Manager implements contemporary business strategies to strengthen the Quality Management System, utilizes missile and fire‑control policies, and applies robust quality methodologies. Acting as the primary liaison between the program and the customer, the role ensures customer satisfaction, resolves quality‑related issues, and drives data‑based improvements that enhance overall program performance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a Technical/Engineering discipline from an accredited college
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Experience in Quality Management Systems (AS9100, AS9102, etc.)
• Experience as a team lead and facilitator (Full Spectrum Leadership)
• Experience working with Government customers
• Experience with control and disposition of non‑conforming material
• Must have the ability to travel

Desired Skills

• Strong business acumen
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer/Manager
• Six Sigma Certification
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Proposals and Control Account Management (CAM)
• Experience working with International Operations and Customers

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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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.

• 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.