Quality Engineer Senior (CMM Programmer) Camden, AR

Job description

**Description:**
You will be the Quality Engineer (CMM Programmer) for the Precision Measurement Team.

Our team is responsible for ensuring accurate measurement and validation of hardware components across missile, launcher, and vehicle programs.
**What You Will Be Doing**
As the Quality Engineer (CMM Programmer) you will be responsible for driving quality excellence through measurement strategy, inspection development, and root‑cause resolution.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
+ Determine optimal measurement techniques and develop work instructions for part and tooling inspections.
+ Perform First Article Inspections, FMEA, gauge R&R studies, and lead corrective and preventive action initiatives.
+ Analyze product defects and process failures, conduct root‑cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.
+ Collaborate with manufacturing engineers, CMM operators, tool technicians, and customer representatives to ensure seamless quality integration.
+ Support CMM maintenance contracts, calibration, and the overall Quality Management System.
**Why Join Us**
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, technically‑savvy professional who thrives in a modern manufacturing environment and is eager to become a subject‑matter expert on CMM programming.

This role offers the chance to work on high‑impact defense programs while enjoying the quality of life in a family‑friendly small‑town setting.
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 ( https://lmt.co/OneLM-JobDescription-Benefits) .
**Further Information About This Opportunity**
This position is in Camden.

Discover more about our Camden, Arkansas 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 Bachelors level or higher or equivalent experience/combined education.
Ability to acquire and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Clearance
Effective interpersonal skills and communication Skills
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
Ethical integrity and business professionalism
**Desired Skills:**
STEM degree at Bachelors level or higher preferred.
GD&T (ASME Y14.5) training/experience/knowledge
CMM programming experience (Zeiss Calypso preferred)
Precision measurement - open setup
Demonstrated initiative and accountability
Well organized with the ability to track multiple activities and prioritize tasks based on importance
Proficient in collection, analysis, and use of data to make informed decisions
Lean/Six Sigma techniques and Statistical Process Control concepts
First Article Inspections (FAI), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R), Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action (RCA/CA)
Quality Management System exposure (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)
CNC knowledge
Proficient skill level with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Experience in SAP
**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:** 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:** 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

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