Job ID: 700959BR Date posted: Aug. 14, 2025 Program: Precision Fires
Description:You will be the Quality Engineering Associate Manager for our Precision Fires Business Process Engineering (BPE) group, leading a team of quality professionals dedicated to driving continuous improvement across the entire line of business. Our team is focused on standardizing requirements, developing and maturing processes, conducting audits, and managing projects to accelerate progress and increase efficiency.

What You Will Be Doing
As the Quality Engineering Associate Manager, you will be responsible for collaborating with Program Quality leaders to execute a BPE strategy that enables accelerated progress and increased efficiency. You will lead by example, leveraging your strong business acumen and exceptional analytical skills to drive continuous improvement and apply systems engineering principles to manage product and process variation.

Your responsibilities will include:
-Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive a continuous improvement strategy
-Leading the development and maturation of business processes, including requirements standardization and audit management
-Executing a BPE strategy to increase efficiency and effectiveness
-Applying advanced knowledge of Aerospace Standards, including AS9100, AS9102, and AS9145
-Managing projects and providing leadership outbriefs to stakeholders

Why Join Us
We're looking for a strategic and collaborative Quality Engineering Associate Manager to join our team. If you have a strong background in quality engineering, business process improvement, and leadership, and are passionate about driving continuous improvement, we want to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business processes and operations, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive excellence and customer satisfaction. You will be part of a dynamic and innovative organization that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus. Apply now to take your career to the next level and be part of a team that sets the standard for quality and excellence!

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 Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in STEM or equivalent experience/combined education

Experience in Continuous Improvement

Experience in AS9100, AS9102, and AS9145

Experience as a team lead/facilitator

Experience working with USG customers

Effective communication and presentation skills

Ability to collaborate across programs and cross-functionally
Desired Skills:
Bachelor of Science in STEM or higher preferred

Experience in auditing

Experience in variation management

Six Sigma Certification

Project Management experience

Strong Business Acumen
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: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
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