Program Quality Engineer

Job Description
BAE Systems Countermeasures and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions (CEMA) has rewarding project technical opportunities that are right for you! Engineers in CEMA work on the world’s most advanced electronics to create systems that protect our warfighters. In CEMA, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future, and you can, too.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The World.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Principal Program Quality Engineer who will be a member of a cross-functional program team within the Advanced Compact Electronic-Warfare Solutions (ACES) Product Line’s Development Portfolio. The Principal Program Quality Engineer will support a fast-paced Engineering Manufacturing and Development (EMD) program and will act as a leader and mentor for supporting program quality engineer(s).

The Principal, Program Quality Engineer should have development program experience and is expected to contribute to program performance, verification of product/process conformance and customer satisfaction by providing technical expertise and leadership for executing product assurance engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle. The individual selected for this position will be an experienced leader in planning, documenting and implementing typical Quality and Software Quality Assurance functional responsibilities such as but not limited to: applying statistical techniques and continuous improvement tools on process, product, and program performance data; supporting source selection and monitoring of critical subcontractors and suppliers; establishing a verification and validation process for the inspection and acceptance of product hardware, product software, and data deliverables; facilitating project risk and opportunities process; initiating, facilitating, managing, and validating the effectiveness of root cause analysis, corrective, and preventative actions; and support project tailoring, project plan/documentation development, and other activities to establish the project's execution processes.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 4-6 years work experience or 8-10 years of experience in lieu of degree
• Hardware or Software Quality experience
• Self-starting problem solver with a fact-based focus on continuous improvement, and a demonstrated history of leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to lead others in dynamic, highly diverse, cross discipline teams; experience working, interfacing and interrelating with diverse personnel both operational and technical
• Strong and demonstrated communication skills (written, verbal, visual) and interpersonal skills (listening and communication within group/team environment)
• AS9100
• Strong understanding and ability to drive successful completion of Root Cause Corrective Action (8D or equivalent) problem solving methodology
• Must have experience in facilitation and supporting Audits
• Experience in collaborating with internal and external Customers

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Certification and experience with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-A-600, MIL-STD-883 methods 2010, 2017, 2032, MIL-STD-750
• Hands on experience
• Prior Quality Assurance Engineering Responsibilities
• Experience in Software Quality Assurance
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditing Course or Lead Auditor Certification preferred
• Hands on Experience in a Defense Electronics Prime Contract Environment
• Prior experience supporting Engineering Manufacturing & Development (EMD) Programs
• Experience with PAperless, Net-Inspect, TIPQA, and Oracle applications
• Lean Six Sigma Green and/or Black Belt Certification
• Strong working knowledge of AS9102 Industry Standard
• Experience with executing AS9145 process and tools

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Salary : $115,779 - $196,825