Quality Senior Manager

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description You will be the Senior Program Quality Manager leading quality activities necessary to execute and grow the PAC-3 production system and supply base to support unprecedented demand. The selected leader must help defined new aspects of the quality management system that ensures both velocity and maintains product quality. You will be responsible for architecting new ways to work as Lockheed Martin adapts our operations to the Department of War’s re-defined acquisition model leaning heavily on more commercial type approaches. What You Will Be Doing As the Senior Program Quality Manager you will be responsible for: Developing and implementing a comprehensive quality strategy that integrates with cross functional teams and stakeholders and accounts for new acquisition models Collaborating with US Government representatives to ensure positive customer relationships while establishing new norms for roles an accountabilities Integrating with MFC disciplines to assess and provide insight into the effectiveness of Quality systems infrastructure at key suppliers and LM Production sites Representing PAC-3 Quality and the Quality and Mission Success (QMS) Organization at key program and executive staff meetings Promoting a 1LM approach Program Quality functional management, responsible for ownership for the Quality Management System Why Join Us The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, brings deep expertise in quality management, and is passionate about delivering high?impact results. This role offers the chance to influence a critical program, work with cutting?edge technologies, and shape the future of defense manufacturing. 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 MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must have an Interim Secret clearance and be able to obtain a Secret clearance. Basic Qualifications -Bachelors level degree or higher in STEM and/or equivalent experience/combined education -Must be a US citizen and have an Interim Secret clearance and be able to obtain a Secret security clearance -Ability to travel (less than 50%) -Senior Leadership Experience with Quality Management Systems (i.e. AS9100, AS9102, AS9103, AS9145, TS16949). -Advanced experience in applied Quality principles to establish new processes and new ways of working -Experience with Operational Excellence and developing and deploying cross functional performance scorecards. -Experience as a senior leader in large enterprise change management projects. -Experience in strategy development and deployment -Experience in the recruitment and development of talent to strengthen the organization. Desired skills -Technical Engineering Degree (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering) at Bachelors level or higher preferred, Candidate should possess experience in multiple Technical, Quality Assurance and Business elements. -Prior Experience working with DCMA -ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) -Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification -Change Management formal training -Aerospace Defense manufacturing experience -Supply chain management experience -Familiar with MFC policies and procedures 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. Other Important Information 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 Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Work Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $144,600 - $255,070. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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. This position is incentive plan eligible. Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $166,400 - $288,305. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. This position is incentive plan eligible.

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