Supplier Quality Engineer Sr - Level 3

Standard Job Description

Applies quality principles in the areas of: design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation, program performance, reliability, inventory control, and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality for make and/or buy products. Performs technical evaluations including product requirements, specifications, models/designs, drawings and procedures. Collaborates with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain and customers on quality related issues to ensure quality standards are in place. Engages in product failure investigations, material review board decisions and corrective/preventive action. Ensures corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and/or are compliant with requirements. Develops strategies and systems designed to improve internal and/or supplier performance and productivity. Evaluates quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment; conducts product quality tests, performs statistical analysis to assess products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications. Engages in supplier selection process and maintain certification programs.

This position will support the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Supplier Quality Integration Team focusing on improving and managing supplier performance in the St Louis, MO area. While mainly focused on F-35, these suppliers do support other aeronautics programs.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a STEM discipline
• Demonstrated expertise with Quality Management Systems (AS9100, ISO 9001) including creation of inspection plans, execution of First‑Article Inspections to AS9102, and management of special‑process compliance
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, applying Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), and performing mechanical/electrical inspections; able to identify supplier quality deficiencies and drive corrective‑action implementation
• Physical capability to work in a manufacturing environment, including prolonged standing and use of required Personal Protective Equipment (protective footwear, eye/hearing protection, etc.)

Desired Skills

• Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
certification
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and / or
Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)
• AS9100 interpretation and application
experience
• Aerospace production experience
• Experience with use of inspection gages and
measuring equipment
• Experience working with Government
customers
• Effective interpersonal skills, including team
building and collaboration