Supplier Quality Engineer Staff - Orlando, FL

Lockheed Martin - Orlando, FL

Part-time - Mid Level

Orlando, FL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineering Staff to support the Javelin program in Orlando, FL. This role involves extensive travel to suppliers and focuses on problem-solving, managing Failure Review Boards (FRB), and implementing corrective actions to resolve supplier-caused defects impacting production. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure quality systems are effective and to provide leadership in quality management at key suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive corrective actions leveraging input from cross-functional teams.
• Integrate seamlessly with all MFC Quality disciplines.
• Assess and provide insight into the effectiveness of Quality systems at program suppliers.
• Represent the QMS organization at key suppliers experiencing ongoing problems or requiring follow-up visits.
• Provide dynamic, proactive, and results-oriented leadership.

Requirements

• STEM degree at bachelor's level or higher from an accredited college or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Minimum of 9 years of professional experience, or 7 years with a related Masters.
• Ability to travel greater than 50% of the time.
• Demonstrated ability to work at all levels of the organization to identify and drive systemic root cause and corrective action.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodology.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Effective communication skills to prepare and deliver clear communications to all levels of the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration and presentations.
• Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to obtain a favorably-adjudicated SECRET security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with energetics, such as explosives, squibs, or solid rocket motors.
• Experience driving strategies to strengthen Quality Management Systems at key suppliers.
• Experience working with multiple levels of Government customers and stakeholders.
• Experience with AS9102 (First Article Inspection) methodology and requirements.
• Understanding of engineering drawing requirements including GD&T, electrical and mechanical inspection methods.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with Engineering, Production Operations, Global Supply Chain, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to form creative partnerships to improve execution and competitive performance.
• Basic understanding of SAP and Procure to Pay (P2P) business systems.
• Experience with source inspection and special processes at suppliers.
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment with strong skills in AS9100 certification and compliance requirements.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CSQ) and/or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA).

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off benefits
• Relocation assistance