Quality Operations Lead — Multifunctional Assurance

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Troy (AL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Troy, Alabama, seeks a Multifunctional Quality Associate Manager to lead a team of Quality Engineers and Inspectors. You will drive process improvements to meet mission-critical quality standards across products, while coordinating with internal teams and government customers.

You will oversee staffing, risk management, and metrics, ensuring acceptance and compliance with contractual quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent combined education/experience.
• Formal leadership experience leading a team of direct reports.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with product lifecycle from development through sales and delivery.
• Experience with external and government customers such as DCMA, Army or MDA.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Advanced understanding of Quality principles.
• Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming material.
• Effective communication with Technical Operations, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Guide a skilled group of Quality Engineers and Inspectors, shaping processes to ensure mission‑critical products meet high standards.
• Lead recruitment, selection, training, and performance recognition for quality personnel.
• Allocate resources, assign work, and maintain an effective business rhythm.
• Communicate quality requirements, concerns, and expectations with internal teams and DCMA.
• Drive risk and opportunity management, and oversee metrics to address adverse trends.
• Ensure product acceptance, delivery, and compliance with contractual and quality requirements.

Skills

Leadership experience

AS9100 knowledge

Quality principles

Non-conforming material

Government customers

Security clearance

Cross-functional communication

Quality problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent education/experience

Job description

Lockheed Martin Corporation in Troy, Alabama, seeks a Multifunctional Quality Associate Manager to lead a team of Quality Engineers and Inspectors. You will drive process improvements to meet mission-critical quality standards across products, while coordinating with internal teams and government customers.

You will oversee staffing, risk management, and metrics, ensuring acceptance and compliance with contractual quality requirements.