Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) - Orlando, FL

Standard Job Description

You will be the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) for the Air‑Launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW) team. Our team is responsible for ensuring quality standards are met throughout the development process, from design to production, by collaborating with various stakeholders, including Engineering, Manufacturing, and suppliers.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) you will be responsible for driving supplier quality excellence across the ARRW program.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement supplier quality plans and requirements.
• Conduct supplier audits, assessments, and performance monitoring.
• Lead root‑cause investigations and corrective‑action initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
• Track, analyze, and report quality metrics throughout the product lifecycle.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver with a strong background in supplier quality and a passion for aerospace innovation. This role offers the chance to impact a cutting‑edge weapons system, work with cross‑functional teams, and grow your expertise in a dynamic environment.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• STEM degree at the bachelors level or higher, preferably in a Technical, Industrial or Quality Assurance related field or equivalent combined education/experience
• Engineering or Quality experience developing methods, work instructions and procedures for inspection of manufactured products.
• An understanding of engineering drawings requirements mechanical and electrical inspection methods.
• Ability to interpret Drawings, Specifications, Contracts that will enable development and review of QE Processes, and related Performance Metrics.
• Demonstrated ability to use casual analysis tools to analyze and resolve technical/process issues varying from basic to very complex.
• Ability to travel 25%-50%.
• Must be able to obtain a secret secret clearance.

Desired Skills

• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt / Black Belt)
• Knowledge of Configuration and Data Management.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CSQ) and / or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA)
• Understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Awareness of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Demonstrated team leadership skills
• Customer Relationship Management skills
• Experience working with Government customers
• Effective communication skills including written, oral, listening and technical writing.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated presentation skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills including team building and collaboration.
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications:
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $70500.00 - $130900.00

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.