Description: WHO WE ARE
We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.

WHAT WE'RE DOING
At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.

WHO YOU ARE
You are a dynamic and results-oriented professional with a passion for driving operational excellence and optimizing production processes. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are adept at managing complex projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Your strong analytical skills, coupled with your ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across departments, make you an invaluable asset to our team.

THE WORK
Please note - candidates must work onsite in Troy, Alabama full time. The Quality Continuous Improvement Engineer will spearhead data driven initiatives to cut scrap, rework, and repair throughout manufacturing. By spotting improvement opportunities, crafting detailed project plans, and executing them with Lean and Six Sigma tools, the engineer will deliver measurable gains. The ideal candidate is a strong analyst, seasoned in Kaizen and DMAIC methodologies, and holds a Green Belt or Black Belt. Key duties include launching, planning, executing, and closing improvement projects with comprehensive charters, schedules, resource allocations, and risk mitigation plans. The engineer will gather, clean, and analyze production data—scrap, rework, repair, yield, cycle time. Applying Lean techniques (5S, Value Stream Mapping, SMED) and Six Sigma tools (FMEA, Pareto, hypothesis testing), they will collaborate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to implement solutions.

WHY JOIN US
We believe that flexibility is the future of work. We are proud to offer the flexible 4X10 work schedule that support our employees’ diverse personal needs.
Basic Qualifications:

-Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related experience

• 3–5 years of hands on continuous improvement experience in a manufacturing environment

-Strong leadership and communication skills experience in Root Cause Analysis tools (e.g., SPC, FMEA, 8D)

-Proficiency in QMS platforms and data analysis tools, proficiency in MS Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, etc.)

-Effective presentation and technical writing skills
Desired Skills:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field, experienced in ISO9001/AS9100 standards, ability to read engineering drawings, experience in Aerospace products and manufacturing processes, Lean Six Sigma
• Green or Black Belt Certification, ASQ Certifications (e.g., Manager of Quality, Organizational Excellence, or related field), Aerospace Quality Standards (e.g., AS9100 Lead Auditor)
  Clearance Level:

None
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:

RMS
Relocation Available:

Possible
Career Area:

QA/Test and Inspection
Type:

Full-Time
Shift:

First