Supplier Quality Engineer Stf - E4

Lockheed Martin; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Ocala, FL is seeking a Quality Engineer Staff to lead supplier quality initiatives ensuring mission-critical hardware meets requirements. You will partner with suppliers, supply chain, engineering, and operations to resolve complex quality issues and elevate performance.

The role demands strong problem-solving, collaboration, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams across multi-shift environments. Willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Extensive experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related aerospace/defense quality discipline.
• Ability to independently investigate and resolve complex supplier quality and manufacturing issues.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001.
• Experience with RCCA methodologies and corrective action effectiveness.
• Experience analyzing supplier quality data and risk-based improvements.
• Experience with supplier quality processes including source inspection, FAI, or supplier audits.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with interface to suppliers, customers, engineering, and management.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills for multiple assignments.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Willingness to travel to supplier locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex supplier quality investigations and root-cause analyses.
• Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives and corrective actions.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for procured components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contractual/regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and support continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Management Systems

Cross-functional Collaboration

Communications

Project/Time Management

Travel Ready

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Engineering Master’s (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Apriso

Windchill

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be the Quality Engineer Staff for the Supplier Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for delivering high-quality supplier components, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer Staff you will be responsible for leading supplier quality initiatives that safeguard mission‑critical hardware. You will partner with suppliers, supply‑chain, engineering, and operations to resolve complex quality issues and elevate supplier performance. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead complex supplier quality investigations and root‑cause analyses.
• Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives and corrective‑action plans. - Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for procured components.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and support continuous‑improvement efforts.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in a fast‑paced, multi‑shift environment. This role offers the chance to influence cross‑functional teams, make measurable impacts on product quality, and contribute directly to mission success. 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

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Ocala. Discover more about our Ocala, Florida location.

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

The Supplier Quality Engineer serves as a key quality interface between suppliers, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and customers. This role independently leads complex supplier quality issues, supplier performance improvement, risk mitigation, corrective action, and compliance activities to ensure procured products and services meet contractual, technical, quality, and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will influence cross‑functional teams and suppliers to prevent defects, improve performance, reduce program risk, and achieve quality, cost, schedule, and mission success objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent professional experience consistent with Level 4 responsibilities
• Extensive experience in Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related aerospace/defense quality discipline
• Demonstrated ability to independently investigate and resolve complex supplier quality and manufacturing issues
• Working knowledge and practical application of Quality Management System requirements such as AS9100 and/or ISO 9001
• Demonstrated experience with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies and corrective action effectiveness
• Experience analyzing supplier quality data, identifying systemic trends, and developing risk‑based improvement actions
• Experience with supplier quality processes including source inspection, First Article Inspection (FAI), or supplier audits
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence outcomes without direct authority
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interface with suppliers, customers, engineering, program leadership, and senior management
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to independently manage multiple complex assignments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to travel to supplier locations if required

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or another STEM discipline
• Experience with electronic assemblies, circuit card assemblies, wiring harnesses, electro‑mechanical assemblies, or related manufacturing processes
• Experience with Lockheed Martin business systems such as SAP, Apriso, Windchill, etc
• ASQ certification such as Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Supplier Quality Professional (CSQP)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and technically develop other quality professionals
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of the relationship between quality, cost, schedule, supply chain performance, and customer satisfaction
• Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership behaviors, including delivering results, shaping the future, building effective relationships, energizing the team, and modeling personal excellence, integrity, and accountability

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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.