Job ID: 734057BR Date posted: Jul. 06, 2026
Description:This position will report to the Quality Manager of F-35 Low Observable (LO) Finishes with responsibility for supporting F-35 Product-Quality activities to support the following build areas: Component Final Finishes (CFF), Landside Final Finishes (LFF), Aircraft Finishing Facility (AFF) and Flight Line DD-250 build areas.

Specific responsibilities include:
Providing timely, responsive, and exceptional Quality Engineering capabilities to support LO activities throughout the entire build process spanning multiple Production Directorates, primarily in CFF, LFF and AFF.
Will be expected to build and maintain professional working relationships with teams across the F-35 program including Production, DCMA, Program Management, Engineering & Technology, Material/Process/Product Engineering, Flight Sciences, and Quality & Mission Success (Q&MS) colleagues.
Conduct Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities to support Action Requests (AR) from field customers, Corrective Action Requests (CAR) from internal DCMA customer, and internal Quality Assurance Record (DR's) and Internal Corrective Action (ICA) activities/functions that address product nonconformances and Quality/FOD escapes. Identify and pursue opportunities for process and product 1improvement across build areas.

What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are
You are a multi-faceted teammate able to communicate and function effectively on an engineering team to create a collaborative environment that allows for the establishment of mission goals. Self-motivated and inspired, you thrive in an environment where you are empowered to work your craft, never settling for the bare minimum.
Basic Qualifications:
- Experience working with Root Cause and Corrective Action/Problem Solving Methodology/Quality tools

- Basic understanding of statistical and data analytic skills

- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications for development of quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for inspection and test of manufactured products

- An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Desired Skills:
-Position generally has 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline

- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certified

- Experience with Minitab, Tableau, and Business Objects for data analytic/dashboard creation

- F-35 production operations experience

- Experience with Low Observable (LO) Finishes/Coating Technology and/or processes

- Understanding in AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

- Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI)

- Experience with Product-Quality methods either from the quality or manufacturing perspective

- Ability to effectively navigate complex product and process-related requirements to validate nonconformances and develop corrective actions in coordination with DCMA and Production colleagues

- Experience with Microsoft Office Systems, Shop Floor Manager (SFM) or similar manufacturing management systems, Product Data Management (PDM) or similar engineering database, Quality Assurance Documentation System (Apriso) or similar system

- American Society for Quality (ASQ): Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQOE) certification

- Excellent interpersonal skills needed for collaboration, communication, and presentations

- Conduct/coordinate process and product evaluations and assessments
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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, you’re 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: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First