Program Quality Engineering Sr. Mgr - Upper Tier IAMD - Arlington, TX

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree or higher in STEM and/or equivalent experience/combined education
• US Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Experienced Quality professional with strong mechanical, electrical, electronic or Systems integration skills and business acumen
• Experienced in Quality Management Systems (i.e. AS9100, AS9102, AS9103, AS9145, TS16949)

About the Role

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Quality Program Manager for a position in Grand Prairie, TX to lead Upper Tier Integrated Air and Missile Defense Production and Post-Production programs.

Responsibilities

Collaborate extensively with representatives of the US Government and senior LM executives, demonstrating proficiency in leading diverse, geographically dispersed high-performance technical teams in driving effective, affordable continuous improvement solutions that enable efficient, capable, and consistent system performance.

Develop and implement a comprehensive, continuous improvement strategy which leverages input from internal Lockheed Martin (LM) cross-functional peers, external supply chain counterparts, functional and site Quality management personnel, and Customer representatives.

Drive strategies resulting in contemporary and optimal business methods and practices for strengthening the Quality Management System.

Establish and maintain performance metrics and conduct data analysis to identify process improvements.

Identify and mitigate risks using risk management techniques.

Develop and implement processes to mitigate risks.

Manage the development, modification, application, and maintenance of quality standards and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product.

Control and disposition of non-conforming material.

Develop and implement processes for Bid, Proposal and Estimating practices and development of Quality Assurance Basis of Estimates (BOE).

Manage Earned Value Management System Cost Account Manager (EVMS CAM).

Communicate and interact with Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain and all other stakeholders.

Recruit and develop talent to strengthen the organization.

Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
• Technical Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or Industrial Engineering)
• Leverage Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) technical experience
• Familiar with requirements for handling and control of Government Furnished Equipment / Property during field, ground or operational tests
• Develop and implement a Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) Enterprise strategy which integrates cross functional teams in the execution of processes and needed technical solutions including Quality, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, etc.
• Utilize quality methodologies and MFC policies and procedures

Skills

• Advanced experience in applied Quality Engineering principles, Supplier Quality Engineering practices in Aerospace industry
• Superior communication skills (both oral and written)
• Effective presentation skills and demonstrated ability to develop messages, training and compelling strategies resulting in diverse teams implementing and executing innovative solutions

Benefits

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.