Associate Manager Quality Engineering (Cable/Harness/Assembly)

Description:

You will be the Associate Manager Quality Engineering (Cable/Harness/Assembly) for the Quality Assurance team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑quality electronic assemblies, machined and welded parts, and safety‑critical systems for defense and commercial customers.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Associate Manager Quality Engineering (Cable/Harness/Assembly) you will be responsible for leading the Quality Assurance function that supports the Cable/Harness & Electro‑Mechanical Assembly area.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise direct reports, including career development, performance reviews, and staffing.
• Oversee quality‑engineering work assignments such as quoting, capacity planning, budgeting, and capital planning.
• Lead internal and external IPT meetings, corrective‑action boards, and quality‑metric reviews.
• Implement mistake‑proofing, continuous‑improvement initiatives, and ISO 9001/AS9100 compliance.
• Collaborate with other Lockheed Martin sites to harmonize processes and achieve mission success.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a strong focus on quality excellence and continuous improvement. This role offers the chance to shape critical engineering processes, mentor a talented team, and directly impact the delivery of mission‑critical systems.

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 Archbald. Discover more about our Archbald, Pennsylvania location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:

• STEM degree at the Bachelor's level or higher, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (ie SAP, Apriso, etc.)
• Experience with root cause analysis and evaluations
• Experience working successfully in a team environment.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Security clearance

Desired Skills:

• STEM degree at Bachelor's level or higher preferred.
• Experience with quality assurance in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience leading a group of technical individuals.
• Experience with cable/harness and electro/mechanical assembly standards
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO9001 and NQA-1/10CFR50 Appendix B and/or auditing experience with these standards
• Experience in Quality, Engineering and/or Production Operations
• Experience with MRB and dispositioning of nonconformances
• Experience writing technical reports
• Experience interfacing and interacting with DCMA and/or other government customers
• Certified Green Belt or experience with lean manufacturing and failure analysis
• Certifications or knowledge of IPC-610, IPC-620, J-STD-001

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