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Program Quality Engineer

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
York, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026

Job Description
Meaningful. Empowering. Remarkable. That’s a career at BAE Systems.

The BAE Systems site in York, PA is seeking a Program Quality Engineer. In this role as a Program QE, you will:
  • Support the objectives of the Quality Program Manager (QPM) by leading projects of small to moderate size and complexity
  • Determine and communicate project objectives and strategies
  • Ensure technical, test, performance, cost, schedule, and quality requirements are met and that outcomes are consistent with established engineering and management principles and practice
  • Review contracts to determine contract deliverable report requirements (CDRL's)
  • Develop, implement, and manage project issues, metrics, task definition, resource requirements, and quality initiatives
  • Assess project quality risks then develop and support mitigation efforts
  • Address the various needs, concerns, and expectations of stakeholders
  • Conceptualize and analyze technical challenges to ensure outcomes are consistent with customer and internal requirements
  • Prepare and present project technical results and recommendations
  • Advise QPM on new developments and evolving technical challenges


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years related experience, or the overall equivalent
• Possess an understanding of Quality Systems Requirements (i.e. ISO 9001)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong communicator able to effectively share relevant information, costs, and concepts particularly in the form of presentations, to a diverse audience
• Practical working knowledge of project management, supply chain, configuration management, manufacturing, process improvement methodologies, and life cycle management processes
• Familiar with product requirements and the execution of contractor / Government programs
• Able to coordinate and lead cross functional teams
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Computer proficiency in MS suite

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business preferred
  • ASQ accreditation or Black-belt, or Green-belt certification
  • Demonstratable knowledge of ISO 9001, TS-16949, or AS9100


Pay Information
Full-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 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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

Salary : $88,189 - $149,922

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