Job Description The Senior Quality Engineer plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing and engineering operations by ensuring product and process quality meet rigorous standards. This role focuses on identifying and resolving defects, analyzing trends, managing corrective actions, and supporting tiered management systems. The Senior QE will lead efforts in root cause analysis, containment, and quality system improvement across cross-functional teams.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field.
- Minimum of 4+ years in a quality engineering role, preferably in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments.
- Proven experience with RCCA, MSA, PFMEA, and quality audits.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in GD&T interpretation and application.
- Familiarity with counterfeit part detection protocols and industry best practices.
- Respond to Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
- Experience managing work packages and supporting BOE creation preferred.
- Analyze quality metrics and trends; provide data-driven insights to support continuous improvement.
- Review technical documents and contractual quality requirements.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - ASQ Certification (CQE, CQA, etc.).
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
- Familiarity with BOE processes and tiered support models.
- Previous experience working with DCMA, ISEA, or other government agencies
- Previous experience with SUBSAFE and/or NAVSEA requirements
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $88189 - $149922
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 Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
