Senior Quality Lead for Aerospace Programs (Skunk Works)

Lockheed Martin

Palmdale (CA)

On-site

USD 145,000 - 270,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) match
Paid time off
Holidays
Parental Leave
EAP
Flexible Spending Accounts
Education Assistance
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible work arrangements (4x10)

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Quality Lead for a key ADP Skunk Works Program to drive quality across multiple business units and align with program management, design engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.

The role requires leading quality teams, interfacing with USAF/government customers, developing inspection methods, and ensuring compliance with AS9100/ISO9001 standards; extensive aerospace program experience and RCCA are essential.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience
  • Experience leading quality teams on aerospace programs
  • Expert RCCA knowledge and corrective actions
  • Experience with USAF/government customers and DCMA
  • Broad experience across product development and production environments
  • Ability to lead multi-functional teams and communicate across stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality teams across multiple programs and business units
  • Collaborate with Program Management, Design Engineering, Manufacturing and Supply Chain
  • Engage in product failure investigations and corrective/preventive actions
  • Ensure compliance with quality standards and supplier certifications

Skills

RCCA knowledge
Quality leadership
Program management liaison
Interfacing with suppliers/customers
Written and verbal communication
Travel ability
Quality system knowledge (AS9100/ISO 9

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

MS Office
AS9100/ISO 9001 familiarity

Job description

Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA is seeking a Quality Lead for a key ADP Skunk Works Program to drive quality across multiple business units and align with program management, design engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain.

The role requires leading quality teams, interfacing with USAF/government customers, developing inspection methods, and ensuring compliance with AS9100/ISO9001 standards; extensive aerospace program experience and RCCA are essential.

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