Sr. Quality Engineer, Paint Shop - Orlando, FL

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.

You will be the Machine Shop Quality Engineer Senior for the Machining Operations Center. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑quality machined components and assemblies that meet stringent aerospace standards.

What You Will Be Doing

• As the Machine Shop Quality Engineer Senior you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining quality excellence across our machining operations.
• Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
• Develop and review quality standards, work instructions, and inspection procedures for manufactured and procured parts.
• Lead Material Review Boards and Failure Review Boards to drive root‑cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Perform audits and assessments to ensure compliance with ISO‑9001 / AS9100 and engineering specifications.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and program personnel on quality‑related issues.
• Implement new inspection processes and automation methods to improve efficiency.

Basic Qualifications

• STEM Degree at a Bachelor level or above or equivalent experience/combined education
• Ability to interpret drawings an specifications for development of quality standards, methods, work instructions and procedures for inspect of manufactured products (machined components and assemblies)
• In-depth understanding of GD&T principles (ASME Y14.5-2009) and application
• Demonstrated ability to use casual analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical/process issues
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications

Desired Skills

• Experience with automated processes and robotic technologies
• Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
• Experience working with Mil-Spec special processes (heat treatment, stress relief, chem-film, anodize, passivation, organic coatings, etc.).
• Experience with paint application (spray, touch-up) and masking processes for components and assemblies.
• Experience with chemistry including execution of titrations.
• Experience with use of inspection gages and measuring equipment
• Experience with material review board requirements, evaluating risk and impact to overall system requirements
• Demonstrated understanding of audit techniques

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00

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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.