Quality Engineer Asc - E1

Standard Job Description

Company Mission & Program Overview

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.

Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Associate Quality Engineer for the Quality Engineering team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of manufactured and procured products within Lockheed Martin Space.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Associate Quality Engineer you will be responsible for driving quality excellence across our product lines, ensuring that every component meets rigorous performance and safety standards.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Develop and execute test plans for manufactured and procured components.

Analyze quality data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

Support root‑cause investigations and implement corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate is a detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment, brings strong analytical skills, and is committed to delivering high‑impact results. This role offers the opportunity to influence product quality at a critical business unit and work alongside seasoned engineers.

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.

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

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Section Title: Basic Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with 1+ years of professional experience, no experience required with a STEM related Masters degree or equivalent combined education and experience.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a secret clearance within a year of starting, therefore all candidates need to be US Citizens

Desired Skills

• Working knowledge of MES systems
• Working knowledge of GD&T, FMEAs, and Root Cause and Corrective Action processes.
• Experience in Six-Sigma green belt techniques and statistical process control methods.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Electromechinical experience.
• J-STD-001/IPC-A-610 familiarization.
• ASQ CQE.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $58200.00 - $108200.00

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed 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(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (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.