Job DescriptionBAE Systems Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Principal Program Quality Engineer to join our team in the SFFS (Small Form Factors Systems) business area. As a Principal Program Quality Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks, develop and implement quality processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Primary Focus is directly associated with Production lead looking for strategic leadership, proactive risk mitigation, process improvements and high level decision making.
The job scope of the Quality Engineer includes but are not limited to Demonstrated working experience and knowledge of:
- Manufacturing environments
- Process Sheet Route Cards
- Manufacturing Instructions
- 8D RCCA
- Product Inspection Acceptance Documentation
- Hands On Support to the Quality Inspection Staff
- Support to Program / Project Personnel
- Understanding of Defense Electronics Manufacturing
- Quality and Workmanship Requirements
- IPC 610 Certification
- Non-Conforming Material Control
- Process Improvement Perspective
- First Article Inspection (FAI) AS9102
- Conduct Effective Audits
- Effective communication
- Understand and react to Program Requirements flow down
Required Skills and Education- Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of experience or 10+ years of experience in lieu of degree
- Active Secret clearance
- Must be able to obtain Special Access Programs (SAP) and Special Access Required (SAR) program access.
- Strong and Demonstrated Communication Skills (written, verbal, visual) and interpersonal skills (listening and communicating within a group/team environment)
- Demonstrated teamwork contribution
- Attention to detail
- Produce high quality work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
- Ability to work independently and with little or no direct oversight while also having the ability to lead program initiatives and risk reduction activities.
Preferred Skills and Education- Bachelor's Degree
- Bachelor's in an Engineering or technical field
- Active Top Secret clearance
- Lean Six Sigma Analysis and Tools Experience
- Industry Experience in Defense Electronics Manufacturing of Complex Electronics or Composites
- Experience with the Quality Management Systems AS9100 or ISO9001
- Familiarity with: Paperless MES, Oracle, PLM
Benefits InformationEmployee 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).
