Senior Quality Engineer, Aircraft Electrification

Job Description
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In Controls & Avionics Solutions, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop the next generation of avionics – whether it is fly-by-wire flight controls, full authority digital engine controls, or power management.

We are looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to work in the Controls Avionics Solutions Business in Endicott, NY to support our Aircraft Electrification program/s. We supply electronic solutions to US and Foreign military customers. The Senior Quality Engineer supports programs in the value streams within the CAS Business Area. The Senior Quality Engineer will support the manufacturing floor with quality issues, react to key program metrics, participate in root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations, drive corrective actions, and foster continuous improvements.

As a Senior Quality Engineer supporting our Aircraft Electrification program/s you will make impacts in the following ways :

• Protect Controls and Avionics department from shipping nonconforming material.
• Participate in RCCA with Corrective and Preventative Actions.
• Perform hardware dispositions.
• Provider Operator Feedback on the manufacturing floor.
• Complete quality inspections.
• Part issue investigation/ Coordination with SQE (Supplier Quality Engineering).
• Perform Data Trending.
• Action tracking and closure.
• Audit support.

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Technical Degree, a BS degree in related field and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience.
• Have knowledge of AS9100D Quality System and pertinent Quality practices.
• Effective communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal) and be able to effectively communicate and interact with Technical Operations, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders.
• An understanding of Statistics and practical application to a manufacturing environment.
• Capable of performing root cause analysis and identifying solutions to complex problems.
• A passion for process improvement.
• Manufacturing experience.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship or Permanent Resident status.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Mechanical background with an understanding of electrical components and Circuit Card Assemblies.
• Experience with Oracle systems, FLX factory Logix, PowerBi and/or Apex is a plus.
• Experience with control and disposition of non-conforming Material.
• Familiarity with IPC J-STD-001 Standard Soldering Requirements.
• Experience with use of inspection gages and measuring equipment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $81500 - $138600

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.