Quality Manager
Lockheed Martin •
Position Type: Permanent
Job Description:
Description:The Work
This manager
position is responsible for all aspects of quality and
mission success as the leader of the West Palm Beach production quality organization. The position will
report to the SR Quality Manager in the AAFS Sikorsky line of business.
Responsible for all aspects of Quality across the
programs life-cycle including proposals, contract
review, start-up, development, transition to
production, production and support.
Requires an understanding of Quality tasks across
Quality functions including hardware, software,
systems and suppliers/subcontractors, and
customers. Proficient in company policies.
Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee
recruitment, selection and training, performance
assessment, work assignments, salary, and
recognition/disciplinary actions.
Provides guidance to subordinates based on
organizational goals and company policy. Work is
reviewed in terms of meeting the organizations
objectives, schedules, and financial goals. Establishes
operating policies and procedures that affect
subordinate organizational units. Interprets, executes
and recommends modifications to organizational
policies.
Exerts influence in the development of overall
objectives and long-range goals of the organization.
Frequent contacts with equivalent level managers,
industry peers, and customer representatives
concerning projects, operational decisions, technical
activities, schedules, contractual issues, and general
overall performance of organizational unit(s).
Conducts briefings and technical meetings for internal
and external representatives.
Responsible for all assigned projects to organizational
unit. Acts as advisor to subordinate managers or staff
members. Focuses on directing organization to meet
critical schedules, resolve critical/complex technical or
operational problems. Directly participates in
establishing and administering many projects and
assignments. Develops and administers budgets,
schedules and performance standards. Accomplishes
results through subordinate managers and/or
associate managers, or senior level exempt
professionals. Subject to approval, modifies the
organizational structure of assigned central or
program units.
The candidate will provide leadership to both salary
and hourly personnel, including Quality Engineers,
Supervisors, and Inspectors supporting these
programs. The candidate will be responsible for
support throughout the program life cycle from
proposals through production and Flight Test.
Basic qualifications (BQs) are the minimum requirements for a candidate to be considered for a position, 3 to 5 BQs are most effective. For additional Hiring Manager Training Resources, Learn more about basic qualifications here.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering related
discipline. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain
Secret Clearance. Experienced leader with a minimum of 15 years in various Engineering, Operations, Programs, Supply Chain, or Quality positions of increasing
responsibility.
Desired Skills:
Master’s Degree in Business or Engineering related
discipline.
Experienced in implementing and maintaining
AS9100-certified Quality Management Systems.
Extensive knowledge of FAA Regulations, DOD
contract requirements and Program Quality
Management. Strong communication skills including the ability to interface effectively with executive leadership on
strategic and tactical issues affecting the quality of
products delivered. Ability to give, receive, and act on critical feedback. Ability to form creative partnerships to improve execution and competitive performance.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Tools.
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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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 worlds 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
Master’s Degree in Business or Engineering related
discipline.
Experienced in implementing and maintaining
AS9100-certified Quality Management Systems.
Extensive knowledge of FAA Regulations, DOD
contract requirements and Program Quality
Management. Strong communication skills including the ability to interface effectively with executive leadership on
strategic and tactical issues affecting the quality of
products delivered. Ability to give, receive, and act on critical feedback. Ability to form creative partnerships to improve execution and competitive performance.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma Tools.
Job Ident #:
70032689216
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