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Lockheed Martin • Littleton, Colorado, United States
Role & seniority: Senior/Experienced Quality Engineer (SQE) focused on software quality and process evaluation within Space programs.
Stack/tools: C/C++/Java coding (desirable), software quality systems and external standards, configuration management tools, Agile/Scrum, Atlassian suite (JIRA, Confluence), code collaboration tools, Microsoft Office.
Independently evaluate software processes/products for conformance to standards and program-defined processes; drive continuous improvement.
Develop, monitor, measure software metrics; manage nonconformances, defects, trend analysis, root cause, and corrective actions.
Present software quality assessments to customers and program management; support AS9100 audits and lessons learned.
U.S. Citizenship and active Secret security clearance.
Knowledge of SDLC models; ability to interpret software design/code to verify requirement implementation.
Experience across Quality Control/Assurance/Engineering; strong communication to coordinate with teams, suppliers, and customers.
Ability to work independently in dynamic schedules; some travel required.
Proficiency in C/C++/Java; knowledge of AS9100, CSQE, Lean/Six Sigma (belt), external quality standards.
Experience with configuration management tools and Atlassian/JIRA/Confluence.
Location & work type: Onsite full-time at a Lockheed Martin facility; remote work possible in some cases; so
Basic Qualifications
Current US Citizenship Active Secret security clearance Knowledge of software development life cycle models Technical experience in a related discipline (e.g., Quality Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering) Ability to interpret software design and code to verify the implementation of requirements Some travel will be required for this position to support program objectives
Proficient skill with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Able to work independently in an environment with challenging requirements and dynamic schedules Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and resolve technical issues with multiple teams, suppliers, and customer
Job Description
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more— we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.
At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.
Independent evaluation of software processes and products and their conformity to standards, models, and software engineering program-defined processes Ensuring quality is built into program processes and products by checking for completeness, consistency, correctness, and conformance throughout the entire software development life cycle and maintenance activities to determine whether the program's objectives have been satisfied and if continuous improvement is needed Developing, monitoring, measuring, and analyzing software metrics for continuous improvement Ability to fill all aspects of the Quality function, including Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Quality Engineering. The candidate needs to be able to take on roles that sometimes fall outside of the conventional SQE job description, like directing AS9100 audit support, program metric definition and reporting, supplier surveys, evaluation of nonconformances trending, and driving lessons learned and best practices Ability to present software quality assessment of products and processes to the customer and program management Track and manage nonconformances, software defects, trend analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive action activities for the program
Benefits Of Employment
To promote the sharing of ideas, Lockheed Martin strives for a work environment that supports differences and big-picture thinking.
Benefits
Medical Dental 401k Paid time off Work/life balance Career development Mentorship opportunities Rewards & recognition
Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
Desired Skills
Ability to read/write code in C, C++, or Java Knowledge of quality systems/processes and expertise in external quality standards Knowledge of configuration management and control tools Experience in supporting Agile/Scrum software development Experience with Atlassian tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) Experience with code collaborator tools Lean/Six Sigma black (or green) belt ASQ Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) Knowledge of AS9100 requirements
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
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.