QA Engineering Asc Mgr - Grand Prairie, TX

JOB ID: 721342BR

Date posted: Mar. 23, 2026

Description:

You will be the QA Engineering Associate Manager for the GMLRS program team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑performance precision‑guided munitions that meet the toughest operational requirements.

What You Will Be Doing

As the QA Engineering Associate Manager you will be responsible for leading quality initiatives across the full program lifecycle—from proposal and contract review through start‑up, production, and sustained support.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing all quality activities and ensuring they align with program objectives.
• Leading a dedicated team to implement and execute program‑specific quality requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with internal standards, customer specifications, and regulatory mandates.
• Driving continuous‑improvement initiatives that enhance product reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and supply‑chain partners to resolve quality issues quickly.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, results‑driven leader who thrives in a fast‑paced, mission‑critical environment. This role offers the chance to shape quality strategy for a flagship missile program, work with cutting‑edge technology, and make a tangible impact on national security. If you are passionate about excellence and enjoy mentoring high‑performing teams, you will find a home here.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options.

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Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

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MUST 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• STEM degree at Bachelor level or higher or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Quality Engineering Leadership Experience
• Experience working with metrics and continuous improvement
• Experience establishing Quality processes and requirements with cross functional, supplier and customer engagement
• Root Cause and Corrective Action knowledge and experience

Desired Skills:

• CAM training or experience
• High-rate production experience
• PF Line of Business Experience/STORM experience
• Familiarizations with lean initiatives to reduce waste and maintain continuous improvement.
• Apriso knowledge
• Performing quality audits to ensure compliance to requirements and standards

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:

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 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 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.

Experience Level:

Experienced Professional

Business Unit:

MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available:

Possible

Career Area:

QA/Test and Inspection

Type:

Full-Time

Shift:

First

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

Flexible Schedules, dependent on role

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