Description:

You will be the Senior Quality Engineer for the IRST program. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑performance infrared search‑track (IRST) solutions to meet mission‑critical requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Senior Quality Engineer you will be responsible for ensuring product quality and compliance across the IRST portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Review documentation related to manufacturing processes to ensure product conformance and delivery.

• Evaluate, identify root cause, and facilitate corrective action for complex nonconformances.

• Lead failure investigations, corrective‑action boards, and quality audits.

• Identify, control, and disposition nonconforming hardware per company policy.

• Support and represent quality in design reviews, engineering change boards, and customer meetings.

Why Join Us

We seek a collaborative engineer with a strong background in electrical, mechanical, or quality engineering who thrives in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. This role offers the chance to impact a critical defense program, work with cutting‑edge technology, and drive continuous improvement.

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.](a href= https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-OrlandoFL)

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or higher in a STEM related discipline or equivalent education and experience.

Five (5) years of professional experience or three (3) years of professional experience with a related masters degree. Considered career or journey level.

Must be able to acquire and maintain a United States security clearance.
Desired Skills:

Expertise in quality assurance methods, tools, techniques, and principles in support of manufacturing, nonconformance management, root cause analysis, and test yield improvement.

Experience in production manufacturing and test

Experience in engineering development

Understanding and knowledge with Lockheed Martin nonconformance management systems (Apriso, AMS)

Ability to access and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical requirements.

Knowledge and understanding of Quality Management standards (for example, AS9100, AS9102, ISO9001)

Lean Six Sigma related knowledge and training
Security Clearance Statement:

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level:

Secret
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