Associate Manager - Program Quality Engineer -Orlando, FL

Description:

You will be the Associate Manager - Program Quality Engineer for the Program Quality Team. Our team is responsible for leading quality initiatives, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance across the program.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Associate Manager - Program Quality Engineer you will be responsible for providing leadership to a team of Quality Engineers and overseeing critical quality activities.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead Failure Review Boards (FRBs) and Material Review Boards (MRB) with full authority.


• Drive root‑cause and corrective‑action analysis for yield improvement.


• Mentor and train team members, manage work assignments, and assess performance.


• Lead risk‑mitigation activities, design reviews, and first‑article inspections.


• Support proposal development and Basis of Estimates (BOE) inputs.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and delivering measurable quality improvements. This role offers high visibility, influence over program success, and the opportunity to shape best‑in‑class processes.

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 Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida 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 clearance. A company‑sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:
STEM degree or equivalent experience / combined education, with professional experience and specialized training commensurate with assignment.

Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Ability to develop a vision for the team or an organization and develop and implement tactical actions to achieve the vision.

Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment with strong skills in AS9100 certification and compliance requirements.

Process improvement / process control experience.
Understanding of quality, procurement, operations, and risk management processes.

Demonstrated ability to perform as Full Spectrum Leader which includes: (1) Deliver Results, (2) Shape the Future, (3) Build Effective Relationships, (4) Energize the Team and (5) Model Personal Excellence, Integrity and Accountability.

Demonstrated ability to develop strong multi-functional team and develop strong customer relationships.

Ability to give, receive, and act on critical feedback.

Ability to form creative partnerships to improve execution and competitive performance.

Experience and able to work complex projects from start to finish.

Demonstrated ability to work at all levels of the organization to identify and drive systemic root cause and corrective action utilizing quantitative and qualitative analytical methods.

Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodology.

Excellent interpersonal skills needed for collaboration, communication, and presentations.

Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision required.

Previous Quality experience, interpreting and applying contractual and AS9100 / ISO90001 requirements.

Excellent technical skills, communication and presentation skills.

Demonstrated talent development and team building skills.

Ability to travel 25-50% of time to domestic sites may be required as well as overtime to support production and customer milestones.
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of Lockheed Martin processes and procedures (e.g., non-conforming material
management, etc.).
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Excellent technical skills.

Must possess effective communication skills and able to structure, prepare, and deliver compelling and clear communications to all levels of the organization.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Demonstrated talent development and team building skills.

High energy, self-starting, team player who achieves goals.
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret with Investigation or CV date within 5 years
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