Associate Manager - Program Quality Engineering

Description:

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is seeking a Program Quality Engineer Associate Manager for a position based in Orlando, Florida. The Quality professional will be responsible for leading and reporting up through the Multi Domain Missile Systems program area with primary support for the JAGM Missile program. Responsibilities include leading the Program Quality team and the implementation and execution of program and quality strategies and objectives to meet requirements and achieve mission success as well as ensuring flow-down and execution of all Quality Contract requirements and ensuring Quality functional support to the programs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Associate Manager - Program Quality Engineering you will be responsible for leading the Program Quality team and implementing quality strategies to ensure mission success.

As the JAGM Program Quality Associate Manager, you will provide leadership to all functions of Quality including Systems & Software, Hardware, and Supplier Quality Engineering through active engagement with program IPTs and program business rhythm, identification and implementation of process improvement efforts, cross-functional collaboration, and in the corresponding Quality activities and initiatives including but not limited to:

• Root cause analysis
• 1LMX Systems usage and improvement recommendations
• DD250 support
• CAB support
• FRB support
• MRB processing and support
• Risks and Opportunities management support
• Defect identification and processing
• Metrics analysis
• Key customer interface with TAGM and DCMA
• Travel (25% or less) in support of production, suppliers, and customer meetings as required.
• Drive process improvement, root cause analysis, and metrics analysis.
• Partner with cross‑functional IPTs, customers, and suppliers, supporting travel as needed.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with deep expertise in missile program quality, capable of influencing across functions and locations. This role offers the chance to shape quality excellence for the JAGM Missile program, work with cutting‑edge technology, and make a tangible impact on mission outcomes.

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 Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related experience and a Bachelors STEM degree or higher or equivalent combined experience/education
• Experience in Program Corrective Action Board (CAB), Failure Review Board (FRB), and Material Review Board (MRB)
• Quality experience or related/ equivalent experience in a test or production environment.
• Demonstrated ability of partnering abilities, working with cross-functional teams and external customers.
• Knowledge of Quality systems, demonstrated use of standard problem solving, data analysis, and root cause skills.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
• Must be a US Citizen

Desired Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Lean Six Sigma project work; Green Belt/Black Belt
• Knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102
• Working knowledge of Apriso
• Knowledge of SAP/S4 Hana
• Knowledge of Configuration and Data Mgt
• Knowledge of GD&T
• Knowledge of Electrical Assembly Standards
• Previous Missile experience

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