Lockheed Martin · 9 hours ago
QA Engineer Staff- Ocala, FL
Lockheed Martin is a leader in aerospace and defense, and they are seeking a Quality Engineer Staff for their Missiles & Fire Control team. The role involves providing quality engineering expertise, developing quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the product lifecycle.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Reviewing documentation related to internal and external manufacturing processes
Updating planning and work instructions
Analyzing quality data on yields, rework, scrap, and non conformances
Leading program parts review and corrective action meetings
Ensures corrective/ preventive measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements
Performing assessments and audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance
Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures
Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place
Engages in product failure investigations, and material review board decisions
Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must have the ability to obtain a security clearance
Bachelor's level degree or higher in STEM or equivalent experience
Prior Quality Engineering experience developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured and procured products
Demonstrated experience applying AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management system requirements
Hands on experience dealing with inspection of hardware and rework / repair of hardware
Proven ability to lead root cause and corrective action efforts using standard methodologies (RCCA, A3, 5-Why, Fishbone)
Experience with nonconformance management, corrective action systems, and audit support
Working knowledge of statistical analysis tools (SPC, trend analysis, capability studies)
Ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements
Experience working in cross-functional environments to resolve quality issues and drive closure
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical documentation and leadership briefings
Effective interpersonal skills, including team building and collaboration
Ability to work independently with limited direction while managing competing priorities
Preferred
Bachelor's level degree or higher in STEM
Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Demonstrated experience serving as a Quality Subject Matter Expert (SME)
Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to junior Quality Engineers
Experience supporting program execution, production operations, or system deployments
Experience with digital manufacturing and enterprise systems (e.g., Apriso, SAP, Windchill)
Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives, risk reduction, or cost savings
Experience with performing First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements
Experience working with Government customers and suppliers in a sustainment environment
Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma tools and continuous improvement methodologies
Quality certifications such as ASQ CQE, CQA, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
Ability to influence quality decisions at the program, site, or enterprise level
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options
Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
Funding
Current Stage
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$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
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