Quality Engineer Sr Lufkin, TX

Position: Quality Engineer Sr. - Lufkin, TX

Job

713720

Date Posted

Jan. 05, 2026

Description

You will be the Quality Engineer Senior for the Missiles & Fire Control (MFC) team. Our team is responsible for developing and reviewing quality standards, methods, work instructions, and procedures that ensure the highest level of product quality across automated processes.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Quality Engineer Senior you will be responsible for driving quality-focused automation solutions and providing technical direction to fellow engineers.

Responsibilities

• Developing, reviewing, and approving documentation for internal and external manufacturing processes.
• Programming and maintaining Quality-owned automation equipment (AOI, AXI, CMM, etc.).
• Partnering with Automated Process Mechanical Engineers to ensure automation requirements are met throughout the assembly build lifecycle.
• Providing technical direction and mentorship to other Quality Engineers.
• Presenting detailed status updates during program reviews to confirm proper implementation of automated processes.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented engineer who thrives on shaping automated quality solutions that directly impact program success. This role offers hands‑on involvement with cutting‑edge inspection technology, visible leadership opportunities, and a clear path to influence mission‑critical outcomes.

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 Lufkin, Texas. Must be a U.S. citizen; candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline from an accredited college with 3+ years of professional experience.
• Experience developing methods, work instructions, and procedures for inspection of manufactured products, especially as it relates to automated processes.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications to develop and apply quality test and inspection methods and translate into work instructions.
• Experience establishing performance metrics for identifying process improvement.
• Experience with automated inspection equipment such as AOI/AXI.
• Demonstrated ability to disposition non‑conforming products and resolve technical/process issues using root‑cause/corrective action tools.
• Effective communication and presentation skills (written, oral, listening, technical writing).
• Effective EQ skills (mindfulness, team building, collaboration).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance; U.S. citizen.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Quality Standards (ISO 9000 / AS9100).
• Experience with APMC (Automated Process Monitoring and Control).
• Experience with MBCCA (Model Based Circuit Card Assembly).
• Knowledge of configuration and data management.
• Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt training.
• Experience with verification and validation of test equipment and/or systems.
• Experience with use of inspection gauges and measuring equipment.
• Experience working with Government customers.
• Circuit Card Assembly and Wire Harness manufacturing, including familiarity with CCA and Wire Harness manufacturing standards such as J-STD-001 and IPC-610/620.

Security Clearance Statement

This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a U.S. 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.

Work schedule:

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 to receive optimal consideration.

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