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Supplier Quality Engineer Senior - Grand Prairie, TX

Grand Prairie, Texas

Grand Prairie, Texas

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Job ID: 701625BR Date posted: Aug. 12, 2025
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 the success of our projects and programs.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Supplier Quality Engineer Senior, you will be responsible for leading quality initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic quality plans for our suppliers. You will leverage your expertise to identify areas for improvement and drive supplier performance excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:
-Developing and implementing strategic quality plans for suppliers
-Leading audits and assessments to ensure supplier compliance with quality standards
-Collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve complex quality issues
-Mentoring junior team members to develop their skills and expertise
-Traveling moderately to support supplier activity across the United States

Why Join Us
We're looking for a seasoned and driven quality professional to join our team as a Supplier Quality Engineer Senior. As a collaborative and results-driven leader, you will thrive in this role by leveraging your technical expertise and experience to drive quality excellence and supplier performance. This position offers the opportunity to work with a talented team, develop your skills, and contribute to the success of our projects. If you're passionate about quality, supplier management, and leadership, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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 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 the bachelor’s level or equivalent experience/combined education.

Must have the ability to obtain a secret clearance; candidate must be a U.S. citizen.

Quality engineering experience developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured and procured products.

In depth knowledge and experience in Quality processes and procedures.

Able to interpret drawings and specifications to develop and apply quality test, inspection methods and work instructions.

Failure Review Board experience for troubleshooting failures and identifying resolutions including for electrical testing.

Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Demonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools
Experience in disposition of non-conforming products.

Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management.

Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Effective strong communication skills, written, oral, listening, technical writing.

Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration.

Effectively interact with Suppliers, Quality Program Management, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Government Representatives, and other stakeholders.

Demonstrated presentation skills.

Ability to travel 25% of the time.

Ability to work a flexible schedule (after hours or weekends when needed)
Desired Skills:
STEM degree at bachelor’s level or higher highly preferred.

Electrical Systems/Electrical Engineering experience.

Engineering drawing review experience.

Experience with First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements.

AS9100 interpretation and application experience.

Thorough knowledge of Industry recognized Quality systems such as International (ISO) and Aerospace (AS).

Electrical Engineering experience with knowledge and understanding of electrical schematics
Experience working with Government customers and suppliers.

Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement.

Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques
Experience developing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured products.
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, 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: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: QA/Test and Inspection
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

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  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • Goal-oriented

    From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • Strategic

    You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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