Associate Manager - Quality Engineering

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Orlando, FL, USA
In-Office
105K-195K Annually
Entry level
Aerospace • Security • Cybersecurity • Industrial
The Role
Leads Quality Engineers supporting production operations, inspections, audits, corrective actions, material and failure review boards, nonconformance disposition, and continuous improvement. Ensures compliance with drawings, specifications, procedures, ISO 9001, and AS9100 standards. Analyzes process issues, makes risk-based product acceptability decisions, and collaborates with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. Requires quality or manufacturing engineering experience, leadership capability, First Article Inspection experience, and eligibility for a Secret clearance.
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You will be the Sensors Integration and Test Center (SITC) Quality Engineering Associate Manager for the Orlando, FL team. Our team is responsible for ensuring the highest quality products are delivered to our customers.
What You Will Be Doing
As the SITC Quality Engineering Associate Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of Quality Engineers & team members who drive quality excellence on the production floor.
Your responsibilities will include:
-Leading and developing a team of Quality Engineers in Production Operations
-Supporting inspection and developing methodologies to ensure compliance to requirements
-Reviewing documentation to ensure internal and external manufacturing processes meet quality standards
-Analyzing and resolving process issues, from basic to complex
-Leading corrective action meetings and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify trends and resolve problems
-Participating in Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards to ensure effective disposition of non-conforming hardware
-Conducting assessments and audits to ensure compliance with specifications, engineering drawings, procedures, and ISO-9001 / AS9100
-Evaluating design assurance activities and production process methodology to prevent impacts on production throughput and quality
-Interfacing with customers, suppliers, and program personnel on quality-related issues
-Utilizing lean initiatives to drive continuous improvement and reduce waste
-Making final decisions on product acceptability
Why Join Us
We're looking for a collaborative and results-driven leader who is passionate about quality excellence. As a successful candidate, you will have a strong background in quality engineering and inspection, with experience leading teams and driving process improvements. You will be an effective communicator, able to interface with customers, suppliers, and program personnel, and have a proven track record of analyzing and resolving complex process issues. If you're a motivated and innovative leader who is looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.
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.

Basic Qualifications

-STEM degree at Bachelor level or above or
equivalent combined education/experience
-Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
-Quality engineering or Manufacturing engineering experience
-Experienced as a team lead, facilitator and
communicator.
-Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
-Experience in making risk-based data driven
decisions.
-Experience implementing material review
boards and dispositioning non-conformances
-First Article Inspection (FAI) experience

Desired Skills

-Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
-Special process engineering experience

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00

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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent combined education and experience
  • Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
  • Quality engineering or manufacturing engineering experience
  • Experience serving as a team lead, facilitator, and communicator
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
  • Experience making risk-based, data-driven decisions
  • Experience implementing Material Review Boards and dispositioning nonconformances
  • First Article Inspection experience
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
  • Special process engineering experience
  • U.S. citizenship

Lockheed Martin Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lockheed Martin and has not been reviewed or approved by Lockheed Martin.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are described as a standout element, with a strong 401(k) program and options like an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests these features meaningfully enhance total compensation and long‑term financial security.
  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is portrayed as comprehensive from day one, with multiple plan options, mental health resources, and virtual care. Wellness supports such as on‑site services and preventive programs are also highlighted.
  • Flexible Benefits — Work arrangements often include compressed schedules and telework, contributing to a favorable work‑life balance. Feedback suggests this flexibility is a key reason many view the overall package positively.

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108,588 Employees
Year Founded: 1912

What We Do

Customer Focus, Innovation and Purpose are Built Into Everything We Do. Lockheed Martin. Your Mission is Ours ™. Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services.

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