Program Quality Engineer I

Job Description
What is it like to work at BAE Systems?" Imagine being part of a team that designs, develops, and delivers cutting-edge products that make a tangible impact on national security and defense. At BAE Systems, you'll collaborate with talented professionals who share your passion for innovation and excellence, and have opportunities to grow and develop your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
BAE Systems Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Systems (C4ISR) business area is seeking an entry level Program Quality Engineer in the Tactical Systems Product Line. Our Quality Engineering team plays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our C4ISR Tactical Systems, which are used by military and government agencies around the world.
Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team during all phases of the program lifecycle, supporting design and execution activities under the guidance of leadership and program personnel.
• Perform final sell-off activities
• Participate in technical reviews, such as design and milestone reviews, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and quality standards. Provide input on risk mitigation and program documentation, integrating quality assurance processes into the program design and execution activities.
• Interface and guide a broad range of program personnel including design, manufacturing, inspection and test engineering.
• Investigate and resolve routine quality issues. Identify root cause and implement corrective action. Document findings for traceability and lessons learned and support continuous improvement efforts across programs.
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) for programs with knowledge of dispositions and compliance with customer flowed requirements; track MRB items
• Identify areas for improvement and proposes changes to enhance efficiency and quality outcome.
• Participate and at times, lead, audit activities, including internal, external audits, and third-party audits.
• Participate in manufacturing activities, collaborating with production teams to integrate quality standards into manufacturing operations including manufacturing process plan reviews and shop order generation.
• Collect and interpret data related to quality performance and program objectives. Support the development of metrics to monitor program-specific goals and requirements. Share data-driven insights with the team to support informed decision-making.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, other functions at the site, as well as with internal/external customers.
• Review and approve First Article Inspection Reports
• Approve and identify improvements to manufacturing work plans
• Perform other duties as necessary

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of experience
• Ability to communicate with peers and skilled labor within the company.
• Knowledge of Quality Management System Documentation as it relates to production practices.
• Possess strong written and verbal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field
• Preferred active secret clearance
• Prior Quality Assurance Engineering experience
• Program process definition and documentation
• First Article Inspection (FAI) AS9102 experience
• Green Belt/ Black Belt certification
• Hands on experience in a Defense Contracting Environment
• Presentation of product to customer for acceptance/ "sell off"
• Preparation of documentation packages for customer review
• Hardware Inspection Criteria
• Quality Management Systems (AS9100)
• Quality Auditing
• Configuration Control and Hardware Configuration Reporting
• Participation Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $70828 - $120408
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.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.