{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bdb6c054e50ff0f06f210cc9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bdb6c054e50ff0f06f210cc9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bdb6c054e50ff0f06f210cc9","title":"Program Quality Engineering Asc Mgr","description":"Standard Job Description\n\nLockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Associate Manager to support the THAAD organization on our KSA Localization and Production Contract. This critical program directly supports FMS Contracts and expanding the manufacturing footprint for the THAAD Program overseas. As the Associate Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the production ramp‑rate and stand‑alone depot stand‑up activities, ensuring seamless integration across LM sites and subcontractors.\n\nWhat You Will Be Doing\n\nYour responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:\n\nCoordinate internal and external inspections, testing, and tooling sell‑off.\nManage ramp‑rate risk, opportunity creation, and mitigation.\nDevelop and maintain performance metrics and clear communications with senior leadership.\nSupport Depot Activitation, OCONUS Manufacturing sites, and related integration efforts.\nDrive cross‑functional collaboration to meet schedule and quality targets.\n\nWhy Join Us\n\nThe ideal candidate is collaborative, results‑driven, and thrives in a fast‑paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to impact a critical defense program and work with senior leadership across global sites.\n\nWe 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\n\nFurther Information About This Opportunity\n\nThis position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.\n\nMUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.\n\nBasic Qualifications\nAbility to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance\nAbility to travel, as required\nBachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM related field\nDemonstrated leadership or supervisory experience managing quality inspectors, manufacturing teams, or missile maintenance personnel\nProven track record of fostering a collaborative, proactive, and accountability-focused quality culture\nDemonstrated capability to utilize data and established KPIs to manage priorities, make sound technical decisions, and provide clear operational guidance\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) for data analysis, visual reporting, and executive briefings\nDesired Skills\nDirect quality oversight experience on air defense/aerospace platforms; Experience with Depot Activation is a plus\nDirect working experience interfacing with DCMA personnel and government Quality Assurance Specialists (QAS/QAR)\nIn-depth knowledge and auditing experience with AS9110 (MRO), AS9100, and ISO 9001 quality management systems\nDemonstrated experience managing non-conforming materials, Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions, and root cause investigations\nPractical experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and structured continuous improvement initiatives\nProven experience leading a Corrective Action Board (CAB) and driving cross-functional resolution of critical systemic defect and compliance issues\nWorking knowledge of Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and OCONUS Depot facility operations\nExperience with Production and Quality modules in SAP S4 HANA and MES Apriso\nProficiency in BOE (Basis of Estimate), estimating, budgeting, and earned value management (EVM)\n\nPay Information\n\nFull-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00\n\nAt 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nBenefits 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.\n\nAnnual 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.\nFor (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.","company":"Lockheed Martin","rawCompany":"lockheedmartin","city":"Arlington","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-09T09:19:14.614Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.01","title":"Quality Control Systems Managers","slug":"quality-control-systems-managers"},{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"336414","title":"Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"336419","title":"Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-guided-missile-and-space-vehicle-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Program Quality Engineering Asc Mgr","description":"Standard Job Description\n\nLockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Associate Manager to support the THAAD organization on our KSA Localization and Production Contract. This critical program directly supports FMS Contracts and expanding the manufacturing footprint for the THAAD Program overseas. As the Associate Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the production ramp‑rate and stand‑alone depot stand‑up activities, ensuring seamless integration across LM sites and subcontractors.\n\nWhat You Will Be Doing\n\nYour responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:\n\nCoordinate internal and external inspections, testing, and tooling sell‑off.\nManage ramp‑rate risk, opportunity creation, and mitigation.\nDevelop and maintain performance metrics and clear communications with senior leadership.\nSupport Depot Activitation, OCONUS Manufacturing sites, and related integration efforts.\nDrive cross‑functional collaboration to meet schedule and quality targets.\n\nWhy Join Us\n\nThe ideal candidate is collaborative, results‑driven, and thrives in a fast‑paced environment. This role offers the opportunity to impact a critical defense program and work with senior leadership across global sites.\n\nWe 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\n\nFurther Information About This Opportunity\n\nThis position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.\n\nMUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.\n\nBasic Qualifications\nAbility to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance\nAbility to travel, as required\nBachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM related field\nDemonstrated leadership or supervisory experience managing quality inspectors, manufacturing teams, or missile maintenance personnel\nProven track record of fostering a collaborative, proactive, and accountability-focused quality culture\nDemonstrated capability to utilize data and established KPIs to manage priorities, make sound technical decisions, and provide clear operational guidance\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) for data analysis, visual reporting, and executive briefings\nDesired Skills\nDirect quality oversight experience on air defense/aerospace platforms; Experience with Depot Activation is a plus\nDirect working experience interfacing with DCMA personnel and government Quality Assurance Specialists (QAS/QAR)\nIn-depth knowledge and auditing experience with AS9110 (MRO), AS9100, and ISO 9001 quality management systems\nDemonstrated experience managing non-conforming materials, Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions, and root cause investigations\nPractical experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and structured continuous improvement initiatives\nProven experience leading a Corrective Action Board (CAB) and driving cross-functional resolution of critical systemic defect and compliance issues\nWorking knowledge of Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and OCONUS Depot facility operations\nExperience with Production and Quality modules in SAP S4 HANA and MES Apriso\nProficiency in BOE (Basis of Estimate), estimating, budgeting, and earned value management (EVM)\n\nPay Information\n\nFull-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00\n\nAt 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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nBenefits 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.\n\nAnnual 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.\nFor (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.","datePosted":"2026-09-09T09:19:14.614Z","dateModified":"2026-09-09T09:19:14.614Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Lockheed Martin","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Arlington","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"bdb6c054e50ff0f06f210cc9"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bdb6c054e50ff0f06f210cc9"}}