Quality Engineer Manufacturing Intern

Standard Job Description

Performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.

Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is seeking a Summer 2027 Quality Engineer Manufacturing Intern.

In this role, you will:

• Contribute to the preparation and execution of quality hardware production including documentation, test reports, inspection records, and process flow.

• Assist in root‑cause analysis and corrective‑action development for non‑conformances identified during testing or production.

• Support the execution of product audits and inspections to verify compliance with internal standards and customer specifications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive production improvements and deliver results.

The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of:

• Data‑analysis tools-- Six Sigma or Lean manufacturing principles , with the ability to apply them to improve product quality and reliability.

• Problem solving skills to identify solutions to complex problems. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college.

• Basic understanding of technical concepts - root cause analysis/corrective action (RCCA)

• Microsoft Office

• Quality Assurance, SOPs, Manufactoring, Inspection Methods

• Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

Desired Skills

• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment

• Ability to take action and produce solutions for various problems.

• Lean Six Sigma

• Quality Management Systems (QMS)

• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO9001

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (assembly, machining, inspection)Knowledge of quality tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, 5 Why, Fishbone).

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $18.31 - $25.59

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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.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.