Quality Engineer (Qe) Associate- Grand Prairie, TX

Description:Lockheed Martin is seeking a Quality Engineer (QE) Associate for a position based in Grand Prairie, TX. The position develops mechanical engineering experience, producing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured mechanical products.

Responsibilities include:

Reviews documentation related to internal and external manufacturing processes to ensure quality products are delivered to the customer.

Supports production site with reviews of quality data on yields, rework, scrap and non-conformance aging.

Ability to analyze and resolve process issues varying from basic to very complex.

Attends and leads program corrective action meeting, identifies trends, assists in problem resolution and ensures responsible parties meet commitments.

Participates as an active member of Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards which includes dispositioning non-conforming hardware, identifying hardware containment requirements, identifying appropriate root cause and corrective action is taken to prevent recurrence.

Performs assessments and audits on processes and procedures to ensure compliance to specifications, engineering drawings, procedures and ISO-9001/AS9100.

Evaluate the design assurance activities and implementation of production process methodology to prevent impacts to production velocity and quality.

Interfaces with customers, suppliers and program personnel on quality related issues.

Utilizes lean initiatives to reduce waste and maintain continuous improvement.

Makes the final decision on acceptability of product.

Basic Qualifications:

• STEM degree at the Bachelors level or above.

• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to

obtain a security clearance.

• Knowledge and application of Geometric

Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T).

• Experience reviewing quality standards.

• Demonstrated ability to use causal analysis tools

to analyze and resolve technical / process issues

varying from basic to very complex.

• Demonstrated presentation skills.

• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office

applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Desired Skills:

• SAP application experience / data mining

experience.

• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications

to develop and apply quality, test, and inspection

methods and translate into work instructions.

• Experience with use of inspection gages and

measuring equipment.

• Experience working with Government

customers.

• Effective communication skills including written,

oral, listening, technical writing.

• Effective interpersonal skills, including team

building and collaboration.

• Knowledge of Industry recognized Quality

systems such as International (ISO), aerospace

(AS), and FAA regulations.

• AS9100 interpretation and application

experience.

• Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt

certification.

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and / or

Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA).

• Experience with the following manufacturing

and inspection processes such as:

• Tooling

• Mechanical assembly

• Paint

• Weld

• Sheet metal

• Machined parts

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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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: Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First