Quality Assurance Analyst

Advance your career with Lockheed Martin UK Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) as a Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer / Analyst.

This exciting position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in QA while contributing to a diverse range of programs across the UK MoD's LAND, SEA (including subsurface), AIR, and Space sectors.

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world's leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

In this role, you will support Quality Assurance (QA) activities across various programs within Lockheed Martin UK Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS). You will assist in the inspection and acceptance of equipment modifications and upgrades, while also supporting audits from external bodies, including customer, regulatory, and certification audits. Additionally, you will engage with industry, Government, and Military QA staff, assist in supplier auditing and approval processes, and contribute to root cause investigations and process improvements. Assist with the review and analysis of Quality data in support of business metrics and key performance indicators. You will also collaborate on supply chain monitoring and subcontractor inspections to ensure quality standards are met.

Required skills and experience:

• Qualified AS9100 Internal Auditor (preferred) or Internal/Lead Auditor in ISO9001.
• NVQ level 4/ONC or equivalent in an engineering discipline (e.g., apprenticeship, military background).
• Familiar with Root Cause Analysis and process modelling.
• Ability to work with and influence multiple functions and teams.
• Eligible for security clearance (SC to Secret level).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Business Management/Administration qualification.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001 and/or TickITplus.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Experience in UK MoD programs (Defence and Equipment Support, Maritime, Land, Air).
• Familiarity with UK MoD Military Aviation Authority (MAA) regulations and Allied Quality Assurance Publications (AQAPs)/Joint Service Publications (JSPs).
• Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement experience is a plus.
• Military background beneficial.
• Proficient with database tools, mapping tools and document libraries.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to advance their QA career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Business Environment:

Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the world's leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value.

We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we'd love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert. In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact or call (phone number removed).

Disclaimer:

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