Quality Engineer - Early Career

Job ID:

726970BR Date posted: May. 12, 2026

Description:

This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built. We are seeking a Quality Engineer Associate in Littleton, CO to join our team! A entry level Quality Engineer on our team:

• Develops, modifies, applies and maintains quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product.
• Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing functions to ensure quality standards are in place.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
• Designs and analyzes inspection and testing processes, mechanisms and equipment & conducts quality assurance tests;
• Performs statistical analysis to assess the cost of and determine the responsibility for, products or materials that do not meet required standards and specifications.
• Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction.

Ensures that corrective measures meet acceptable reliability standards and that documentation is compliant with requirements. The ideal candidate specializes in the areas of design, incoming material, production control, product evaluation and reliability, inventory control and/or research and development as they apply to product or process quality. They may also be certified in lean and six-sigma quality engineering methodologies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited university
• Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to comprehend detailed work instructions, interpret engineering drawings, schematics, sketches, specifications and standards
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays depending on production needs.
• Must be a US Citizen due to program requirements

Desired Skills:

• Able to work effectively with cross functional groups - Engineering, Program Management and Customers with minimal assistance.
• Knowledge of Space vehicles and architecture, programs, and requirements.
• Knowledge and proficiency using VE-CAMS and SAP.
• Broad mechanical and electrical production experience
• Previous industry related certifications to include: Hardware Torquing, Adhesive Bonding, Polymerics
• Quality Assurance inspection background preferred
• Understanding of engineering requirements including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Production, test or machining knowledge.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management System requirements including AS9100, ISO9000 and/or AS9003.
• Experience with Government Customers (e.g. NASA) and requirements flow downs.
• Experience with dimensional inspection

Clearance Level:

None 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:

Onsite Full-time:

The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

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:

9x80 every other Friday off

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 $54,900 - $96,830. 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. 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:

4 yr and up

College Business Unit:

SPACE Relocation Available:

Possible Career Area:

QA/Test and Inspection Type:

Full-Time Shift:

First