Supplier Quality Engineer Senior

JOB ID: 724339BR

Date posted: Apr. 13, 2026

Description:

WHO WE ARE

At Lockheed Martin, we are passionate about innovation and integrity. We believe that by applying the highest standards of business ethics and forward\-thinking, everything is within our capacity – and yours as a Lockheed Martin employee. Lockheed Martin values your skills, training, education and background.

Do you want to be part of an environment that encourages and supports employees to think big, perform with quality and build incredible products? We provide the resources, inspiration and focus \- if you have the resourcefulness and

courage to work hard, Then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. Come and experience your future!

WHO YOU ARE

Perform Supplier Quality Engineering duties in support of the Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) supplier quality organization on mechanical/electro\-mechanical subcontract and commodity procurements. Requires close coordination with Sourcing, Program Quality, Engineering and Program Office functions.

Reviews and identifies program contractual and product drawing requirements and applies the applicable quality flow\-down requirements to part masters and purchase orders.

Makes recommendations on supplier selection based on cost, inspection of facilities, risk assessments, and historical performance.

Travel to suppliers is required; travel frequency will vary based on program requirements and supplier performance. Travel is primarily domestic, but can be international on occasion.

Responsible for basic quality services including:

• supplier evaluation
• verification of special process sources
• part/product acceptance inspection planning

and verification

• supplier manufacturing process and quality

plan review

• defect root cause analysis and corrective action

verification

• supplier oversight, including development and

execution of credible Return\-To\-Green plans

• fostering positive working relationships with

internal cross\-functional teams and LM suppliers

WHY JOIN US

At Lockheed Martin, you’ll be part of a company that’s committed to empowering you with the resources, training, and opportunities needed to shape the future of defense. You’ll lead a dynamic team that plays a critical role in supporting one of the most advanced defense systems in the world. Join us and help ensure that our warfighters have the best possible tools to succeed in their missions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent from an accredited college in Engineering or related technical discipline
• Technical experience with mechanical and/or electrical products, including manufacturing processes, interpretation of technical drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD\&T), and military and industry specifications
• Experience with Supplier Quality and/or Quality Engineering principles, including nonconformance dispositions, failure analysis, and driving systemic root cause and corrective action utilizing quantitative and qualitative analytical methods
• Experience with developing and maintaining positive supplier relationships, as well as internal and external customers
• Knowledgeable in surveillance of AS9100 / ISO9001 Quality Management Systems and experience with AS9102 first article inspections or APQP
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US DoD security clearance

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and set own priorities in a dynamic business environment; self\-starter with effective time management skills and ability to work with high level of autonomy
• Experience supporting supplier selection, contract reviews, readiness reviews and performing risk analyses
• Familiarity with data review and analysis to identify and monitor trends
• Experience and familiarity with machining and manufacturing practices
• Familiarity with both destructive and non\-destructive inspection techniques
• Lean / Six Sigma / Green Belt / Black Belt experience or CQE, CSQP or CMQ/OE certification
• Experience working in P2P, SAP, Solumina, EPDM and Tableau
• Good communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to train and mentor peers and teammates
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Clearance Level:

None

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:

RMS

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

QA/Test and Inspection

Type:

Full\-Time

Shift:

First

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

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