Job Description

Lockheed Martin is seeking a Quality Engineer (QE) Sr. for a position in Grand Prairie, TX.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer Sr - Proposals you will be responsible for leading the implementation and execution of program quality requirements throughout the proposal lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Understands quality tasks across quality functions including hardware, software,
systems, suppliers / sub-contractors, and customers.
• Proficient in the areas of proposals, Basis of Estimate (BOE), contract review, program start-up, production, and support.
• Collaborate and partner with other functions including Program Manager, Proposal Manager, Contracts, Engineering, Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production and Customers.
• Support all program proposals, strategic initiatives, and a variety of projects aimed at improving processes.
• Assist in establishing quality budgets and cost commitments.
• Participate in independent reviews including Readiness Acceptance Check (RAC), customer proposal / BOE reviews, customer negotiations, Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits, Programs Reviews and Executive Leadership Proposals Reviews

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 an active Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications
• STEM degree at Bachelor level or above, or equivalent years of experience
• Ability to obtain a secret clearance - DOD Secret
• Understanding of the Quality Management System (QMS) and Quality Engineering roles and responsibilities across all life cycles
• Previous collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Experience with interpreting Statement of Work, Drawings, Specifications, Contracts and other engineering requirements
• Demonstrate ability to use causal analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical / process issues varying from basic to very complex
• Experience in disposition of non-conforming products
• Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management

Desired skills
• STEM degree at Bachelor level or above
• Knowledge of creating accurate, complete, correct, current and competitive Proposals / Basis of Estimate (BOE)
• Engineering or Quality experience developing methods, work instructions and procedures for the inspection of manufactured products
• Strong organizational skills, attention to details, ability to work in a dynamic environment and the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
• Must be able to meet proposal deadlines and to support all proposal activities
• Experience as a Control Account Manager and knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems
• Demonstrated understanding of audits
• Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement
• Strong knowledge of Industry recognized Quality systems
• Experience working with Government customers
• Proficient in writing Proposal and Basis of Estimate (BOEs)
• Experience in establishing Performance Metrics for identifying process improvement
• An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Effective communication skills including written, oral, listening, presentation, technical writing, and collaboration

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 Schedule Information

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.

National Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $81,600 - $143,865. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

Premium Pay Statement

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $93,800 - $162,610. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.