Supplier Quality Engineer Senior - Grand Prairie, TX

Description: You will be the Supplier Quality Engineer Senior for the Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) team. Our team is responsible for developing and implementing quality control processes to ensure the highest standards of supplier quality, driving project and program success.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Supplier Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our suppliers and their products, developing and implementing effective quality control processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive supplier performance.

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

- Developing and implementing supplier quality control processes
- Conducting audits and assessments to ensure supplier compliance
- Collaborating with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve performance
- Analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement
- Working with internal stakeholders to drive supplier quality initiatives
- Participate in supplier failure diagnoses, Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and drawing/process reviews to ensure design assurance.
- Act as the technical liaison for quality engineering matters, interfacing daily with suppliers, program management, and customers.

Why Join Us
We're looking for a detail-oriented and collaborative Supplier Quality Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our MFC team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality of our suppliers and driving project success. If you're a motivated and results-driven quality professional with a passion for supplier quality, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options > Learn more about Lockheed Martins comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Dallas. > Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree at Bachelor's level or higher

Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

Ability to travel 25% of the time and ability to work a flexible schedule (after hours or weekends when needed)

Must be able to identify and document quality deficiencies and ensure effective Corrective Action

Capable of performing Root Cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems

Experience with Quality systems such AS9100 / ISO9001 and First Article Inspections per AS9102

Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material (Material Review Board)

Understanding of engineering drawings requirements mechanical and electrical inspection methods
Desired Skills:
A basic understanding of the MFC SAP / ERP and P2P business systems

ASQ Certification or Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)

Strong familiarity with Production Operations

Experience with source inspection and surveillance activities at suppliers

Demonstrated Leadership and Customer Relationship Management skills

Individual should be a self-starter who can work autonomously with minimal direction

Understanding of Geometric, Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment

Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and to support all supplier quality field engineering activities
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: 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.
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: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
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, youre 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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First