Program Quality Engineering Sr. Mgr - Upper Tier Iamd - Arlington, TX
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Overview
Job Description
Description:Lockheed Martin is seeking a Quality Program Manager for a position in Grand Prairie, TX to lead Upper Tier Integrated Air and Missile Defense Production and Post-Production programs. This position requires dynamic, proactive, and results-oriented leadership to develop, implement and manage a comprehensive, continuous improvement strategy which leverages input from internal Lockheed Martin (LM) cross-functional peers, external supply chain counterparts, functional and site Quality management personnel, and Customer representatives.
What You Will Be Doing
The position must collaborate extensively with representatives of the US Government and senior LM executives, and demonstrate proficiency in leading diverse, geographically dispersed high-performance technical teams in driving effective, affordable continuous improvement solutions that enable efficient, capable, and consistent system performance.
Key deliverables of this position include a positive customer relationship as evidenced by excellent Contract Performance Assessment Report (CPAR) scores, and a stable and uninterrupted delivery of compliant product.
This position is required to seamlessly integrate with MFC disciplines, assess and provide insight into the effectiveness of Quality systems infrastructure at key suppliers and LM Production sites, and represent the UTIAMD Programs and Quality and Mission Success (QMS) Organization at key program and executive staff meetings, Developed Quality Management System
requirements and governmental regulatory
standards. Drive strategies resulting in
contemporary and optimal business methods
and practices for strengthening the Quality
Management System.
Experience in managing the development,
modification, application, and maintenance of
quality standards and protocol for processing
materials into partially finished or finished
materials product.
Experience with control and disposition of non-
conforming material.
Demonstrated ability to identify solutions to
complex problems with a focus on continual
improvement practices using tools like Causal
Analysis to drive Corrective Action and
Preventive Action
Experience in establishing performance metrics
and conducting data analysis to identify process
improvements.
Experienced in Risk Management techniques
Experience in developing and implementing
processes to mitigate risks
Experience in Bid, Proposal and Estimating
practices and development of Quality Assurance
Basis of Estimates (BOE). Experience as an
Earned Value Management System Cost Account
Manager (EVMS CAM)
Superior communication skills (both oral and
written)
Effective presentation skills and demonstrated
ability to develop messages, training and
compelling strategies resulting in diverse teams
implementing and executing innovative solutions
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate
and interact with Technical Operations,
Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain and all other
stakeholders
Experience in strategy development and deployment
Experience in the recruitment and development of talent to strengthen the organization
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors level degree or higher in STEM and/or equivalent experience/combined education
Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Experienced Quality professional with strong
mechanical, electrical, electronic or Systems
integration skills and business acumen.
Ability to travel (less than 50%)
Experience as a team lead and facilitator.
Experience working with Government customers.
Experience in the recruitment and development
of talent to strengthen the organization.
Advanced experience in applied Quality
Engineering principles, Supplier Quality Engineering practices in Aerospace industry.
Experienced in Quality Management Systems
(i.e. AS9100, AS9102, AS9103, AS9145,
TS16949)
Desired Skills:
Candidate should possess experience in multiple
Technical, Quality Assurance & Business
elements.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified
Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), or
Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).
Technical Engineering Degree (Mechanical,
Aerospace, Electrical or Industrial Engineering).
Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
Certification.
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
technical experience.
Familiar with requirements for handling and
control of Government Furnished Equipment /
Property during field, ground or operational tests.
Developed and implemented a Missiles and Fire
Control (MFC) Enterprise strategy which
integrates cross functional teams in the
execution of processes and needed technical solutions including Quality, Technical Operations,
Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, etc.
Utilized quality methodologies and MFC policies
and procedures.
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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
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