Quality Engineering Associate Manager

Lockheed Martin; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Associate Quality Engineering Manager to lead a Production Quality Assurance team. This role involves overseeing day-to-day QA functions, collaborating with various engineering disciplines, and driving process improvements to ensure product quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation in the aerospace sector. Join a forward-thinking company that values teamwork and integrity, and be part of a mission that shapes the future of space technology. If you are ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

401k

Paid time off

Work/life balance

Career development

Mentorship opportunities

Rewards & recognition

Qualifications

• Experience managing Quality Assurance or Operations-related disciplines.
• Expertise in continuous process improvement and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead a Production Quality Assurance team overseeing QA functions.
• Drive process improvements to reduce variation and non-conformances.

Skills

Leadership in Quality Assurance

Continuous Process Improvement

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Customer Focused Behavior

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Advanced Measurement Equipment (CMM, 3D scanning)

Job description

Description: Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

We are seeking energized individuals who are passionate about building the space technologies of tomorrow. We are going to Mars and beyond! Join us in the journey!

Production Quality Assurance (PQA) has an opportunity for an Associate Quality Engineering Manager, supporting King of Prussia, PA location.

In this role you will be responsible for the leadership of a Production Quality Assurance team comprised of both salary and hourly employees, overseeing all day-to-day QA functions providing direction and priority during the manufacturing of deliverable products. In this role you will be responsible for the following:

1. Leadership duties require frequent internal and external customer interaction and requires Full Spectrum Leadership qualities to manage these activities.
2. Responsible for coordinating employee recruitment, selection, training, performance assessment, assigning work and administering recognition/disciplinary actions.
3. Lead all aspects of collaboration with Design, Program Engineering, Planning, MRP, and Manufacturing Engineering functions to ensure quality standards are in place.
4. Supervises the internal and external audits of the quality system for deficiency identification and corrective actions.
5. Supports area Corrective Action Boards (CABs), defect reduction teams and Strategic projects.
6. The position requires strong leadership, communication - both oral and written - and presentation skills.
7. Actively engage and monitoring team’s workload throughput and performance.
8. Actively monitor area quality metrics to ensure performance to Production Operations goals and implementing effective corrective action for continuous improvement.

You will drive process improvements on the production floor to reduce variation and non-conformances in our products. You will verify and lead changes to ensure work instructions are planned in the most efficient and effective manner, and you will work with high value hardware on the floor to ensure that defects are identified and dealt with in the right way every time.

You will have a strong commitment to process improvement and handle multiple projects and priorities. You will be dedicated to the critical responsibility of doing “what’s right” for the product and our customers at all times. Striving for excellence in every detail will be our final line of defense in ensuring a successful mission. A continuous improvement mindset, focus on product quality, and the ability to work effectively with a team are also key.

Benefits of Employment:

Our employees play an active role in strengthening the quality of life where we live and work by volunteering more than 850,000 hours annually. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy:

• Medical
• Dental
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Work/life balance
• Career development
• Mentorship opportunities
• Rewards & recognition

Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Basic Qualifications:

• Previous formal and/or informal leadership experience managing in Quality Assurance or an Operations-related discipline
• Experience working in a Manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated expertise leading and implementing continuous process improvement
• Knowledge of root cause analyses methodologies and demonstrated experience in the development and evaluation of effective preventive/corrective action plans
• Experienced in prioritizing and managing team workload to meet program need date
• Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to drive best practices
• Proven experience and certifications as a Quality Engineer
• Proven ability to manage Quality Assurance efforts in accordance with enterprise-level and Program specific requirements
• Understanding of AS9100 Quality System requirements and special process approval
• Experience working in a machine shop
• Experience with advanced measurement equipment such as CMM, portable CMM, and/or 3D scanning technology
• Customer focused behavior and problem solving abilities, developing employees, building constructive partnering relationships with customers, employees, DCMA, and other business units
• Experience in monitoring and maintaining budget allocations

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 9x80 every other Friday off

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: SPACE

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First