Senior Principal Program Quality Engineer

Job Description
Are you looking for a lead quality role that has a diverse and growing portfolio developing and producing the most advanced electronic systems that protect our warfighters? Are you inspired to join an organization with a strong culture, that’s focused on ensuring we are hearing all voices and developing our teams and leaders? As part of our Electronic Combat Systems (ECS) business area, you’ll join a diverse group of driven professionals who design the products and systems that support enhanced military capabilities, protect national security, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure. With us, you’ll be able to make an impact while you hone your skills and grow in your career.

BAE Systems ECS business area is seeking a Senior Principal Program Quality Engineer in the Advanced Electronic Warfare Systems (AEWS) product line. This individual will lead a mix of development, production, and sustainment activities within the program portfolio. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, ensuring customer contract requirements are met, quality assurance, continuous process improvement, and lifecycle management. They will work closely with the Customer, Program Management offices & Supplier Quality Teams along with other critical functions to provide world class program execution. Additionally, support corrective actions using quality science tools via 8D methodology.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with travel to other locations as required.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• A Bachelor's Degree and 8 years work experience or 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Must be able to obtain SAP / SAR clearance
• Self-starting problem solver with a fact-based focus on continuous improvement
• Strong and Demonstrated Communication Skills (written, verbal, visual) and interpersonal skills (listening and communicating within a group/team)
• Enjoys working with and coaching Quality professionals and other cross-functional team members to continuously improve execution success
• Understanding of Quality Science tools (APQP/PPAP, 8D RCCA, Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma, Auditing) along with relevant industry standards
• Understanding of relevant industry standards (AS9100, AS9102 and AS9145)
• Experience with lifecycle management methodology in support of development and production programs
• Experience interfacing with customers

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• A Master's degree
• Leadership or management experience
• Quality management experience in a highly regulated industry (aerospace, medical)
• Understanding the process for Basis of Estimate (BOE) and proposals
• Six Sigma Green/Black belt certified
• Experience with lifecycle management methodology in support of sustainment programs

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

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.

Salary : $132,962 - $226,035