Lockheed Martin · 21 hours ago
Program Quality Engineer Staff
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expLockheed Martin is a leader in space technology and innovation, seeking a Staff level Quality Engineer to support the Next Generation Interceptor program. The role involves leading quality engineering efforts, performing root cause analysis, and driving process improvements across engineering, procurement, and production.
National DefenseCyber SecurityAerospaceManufacturingMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead root cause analysis and drive effective corrective action to improve processes
Analyze and generate quality metrics that might detect actionable trends in our processes
Develop core program mission assurance requirements and guide engineering counterparts to meet those requirements
Shape and lead process improvement strategy to drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with Engineering counterparts to review, edit, and approve drawings
Collaborate with Supply Chain Quality to proactively shape our supply chain requirements and improve supplier performance
Travel up to 25% may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college in a technical discipline (e.g., engineering field) or equivalent discipline (e.g., math, physics, chemistry, biology)
Possess ability to comprehend and interpret drawings, work instructions, or specifications
Ability to manage a project or leading a process improvement
Demonstrates thorough attention to detail
Experienced with project management
Experienced leading or conducting Root Cause Analysis
8+ years of related experience
Preferred
Green Belt Trained and certified
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Deep knowledge of lean manufacturing and quality optimization in a production environment
Deep knowledge of PR/MRB process
Experience with SAP or VECAMS and data analytics to report trends and achieve results
Resourceful self-starter possessing a learning orientation
Leadership experience, prior team lead, and experience training / mentoring others
Secret clearance
Benefits
Medical
Dental
401k
Paid time off
Work/life balance
Career development
Mentorship opportunities
Rewards & recognition
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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