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Description: You will be a Quality Engineering Associate Manager for our Lockheed Martin Quality and Mission Success organization in Chelmsford, MA, providing leadership and technical direction to quality engineering teams. Our team is dedicated to producing advanced technology solutions that safeguard national security and advance the industry.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Quality Engineering Associate Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Developing and implementing quality engineering strategies to achieve business objectives and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design engineering, manufacturing, and test, to identify and mitigate quality risks.

• Leading and participating in process improvement initiatives, including Lean Six Sigma and other continuous improvement methodologies.

• Providing technical guidance and oversight to quality engineers and technicians on quality-related matters, including test and inspection procedures.

• Developing and managing quality metrics and reports to measure performance and identify areas for improvement. • Partnering with senior leadership to develop and implement quality policies and procedures.

• Leading and participating in audits and assessments to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements. • Mentoring and coaching junior quality engineers and technicians to develop their skills and expertise.

As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of our products and services, and contributing to the success of our mission.

Why Join Us

As a Quality Engineering Associate Manager at Lockheed Martin's Chelmsford Operations facility, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge microelectronics projects that support critical aerospace and defense programs. You'll be part of a team that is dedicated to producing advanced technology solutions that safeguard national security and advance the industry. We offer flexible work schedules, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to investing in your future and security. If you're looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth, a dynamic work environment, and a chance to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

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 located in Chelmsford. Discover more about our Chelmsford, Massachusetts 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 Security Clearance. A company-sponsored Interim Secret is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's level degree or higher in STEM and/or equivalent experience/combined education

• Experience in a production environment

• Ability to work without direct supervision

• Capable of delegating work to team members while holding employees accountable for following processes

• Capable of resolving/facilitating resolution of various production issues, working simultaneously with supporting functional areas: Quality, Process Engineering, Engineering and Supply Chain

• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications and other software tools to monitor/report production status and support supervisory responsibilities (Timekeeping, performance management, training, recruiting, PMT presentations, etc.)

• Ability to support a flexible work schedule supporting overtime, off-Fridays and/or weekends as required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship

Desired Skills:

• STEM degree at Bachelor level or higher preferred

• Master degree from an accredited college

• Supervision, Management or team lead experience

• Comfortable in a fast-changing environment

• Able to build and maintain respectful working relationships

• Motivational skills along with the ability to energize teams

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with team, management and other functions

• Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership behaviors

• Ability to work effectively with urgency and determination, while maintaining Full Spectrum Leadership behaviors

• Strong conflict resolution skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks / projects in different phases

• Able to implement systems that enable workforce to understand and meet daily performance goals

• Able to effectively partner with support team to resolve production issues

• Able to utilize data to understand the factors (material, process, personnel, team dynamics) that impact performance

• Able to adapt message based on the style and preferences of the audience (level, communication style, internal/external audience)

• Able to utilize cost, quality, and schedule data to review and react to performance trends

• Experience working the defense industry or in an ISO9001, AS9100 environment

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