Supplier Quality Engineer

Basic Qualifications

Quality experience with mechanical and/or electrical products, including manufacturing processes, interpretation of technical drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and military and industry specifications

Experience with Supplier Quality and/or Quality Engineering principles, including nonconformance dispositions, failure analysis, and driving systemic root cause and corrective action utilizing quantitative and qualitative analytical methods

Experience with developing and maintaining positive supplier relationships, as well as internal and external customers

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Experience dispositioning material non-conformances based on quality requirements found in industry specification and/or engineering drawings

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US DOD Secret clearance.

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.

THE WORK

Collaborate with product quality and other operations' support to analyze and support investigation and triage of supplier related defects identified within the factory. Ensure accurate and thorough documentation and initial disposition of supplier defects identified, update as needed.

Utilize technical document sources to retrieve and review relevant requirements for vendor parts as needed (i.e., engineering drawings, engineering change documentation, military/industry specifications, technical data sheets). Liaison with operations personnel to understand supplier part integration into the LM build processes and procedures.

Ensure physical containment of supplier defects (i.e., stock sweeps, factory sweeps, Request for Re-Inspection Orders (RROs)). Confirm system material movement (i.e., Quality Hold (QHLD) or Return to Inspection (RTI)).

Ensure active supplier quality representation in Business Rhythms as appropriate where supplier defects are being reviewed (i.e., Performance Management Team (PMTs), daily/weekly operations meetings within work centers and product lines.)

Perform review of top drivers for SRR, DPTH, & DPM metrics to support SQE trend analysis to aid program QPT/CAB discussions.

Support SQE as needed with vendor activities onsite at LM facilities for defects' resolution

Who You Are

You are a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team.

WHY JOIN US

We believe that flexibility is the future of work. We are proud to offer the flexible 4X10 work schedule that support our employees’ diverse personal needs.

Desired Skills

Good communication skills, both oral and written

Knowledgeable in surveillance of AS9100 / ISO9001 Quality Management Systems and experience with AS9102 first article inspections or APQP

Bachelors’ degree or equivalent from an accredited college in Engineering or related technical discipline

Demonstrated ability to make decisions and set own priorities in a dynamic business environment; self-starter with effective time management skills and ability to work with high level of autonomy

Experience supporting supplier selection, contract reviews, readiness reviews and performing risk analyses

Familiarity with data review and analysis to identify and monitor trends

Experience and familiarity with machining and manufacturing practices

Familiarity with both destructive and non-destructive inspection techniques

Lean / Six Sigma / Green Belt / Black Belt experience or CQE, CSQP or CMQ/OE certification

Experience working in P2P, SAP, Solumina, EPDM and Tableau

Other Important Information

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

Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.