Supplier Quality Associate Manager

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What You Will Be Doing
As the Supplier Quality Associate Manager you will drive excellence in a critical and established role responsible for safeguarding product quality and reliability across our supply chain. You will build strong collaborative relationships with suppliers while leading and coordinating supplier quality initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational standards and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Own end-to-end supplier quality management, including accountability over resolution of critical supplier issuesPlan, conduct, and follow up on supplier audits, assessments, and evaluationsMaintain accurate documentation, metrics, and reporting on supplier quality performance and continuous improvement initiativesCollaborate with cross-functional engineering, production, and procurement teams to identify and resolve supply base risk and issuesAnalyze quality data and trends to identify risks, root causes, and improvement opportunitiesSupport supplier development and growth strategy, ensuring supply chain quality standards are metBalance leadership activities (approximately 25%) with individual contributor work (approximately 75%) to drive supplier quality performanceWhy Join Us
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results‑driven engineer who thrives in a fast‑moving aerospace environment. You will have the opportunity to shape quality strategy for a cutting‑edge space program, work closely with multidisciplinary teams, and make a tangible impact on mission success.

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 located in Goleta, CA. Discover more about Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Basic Qualifications
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearanceBachelor’s degree or higher in a related fieldExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to travel for supplier‑site visits, audits, or project supportDesired Skills
Leadership: Direct personnel leadership and coaching skillsSupplier Development: Ability to develop and implement supplier quality improvement plansCommunication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholdersCollaboration: Experience working with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and procurementQuality Management Systems: AS9100, ISO 9001, Six SigmaAudit and Assessment: Experience with audit methodologies and toolsData Analysis: Strong analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and trendingProblem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to identify and resolve quality issuesRegulatory Compliance: Knowledge of regulatory requirements, such as ITAR, MDA MAPs, and DFARSProject Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, with strong organizational and time management skillsCertifications: CQE, CQA, Six Sigma, or other quality-related certifications are highly desirable.Software Skills: ERP Systems: Experience with ERP systems,such as SAP or OraclePay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00

At 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.

The 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.  

Benefits 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.

Annual 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.For (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.