Program Quality Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

BAE Systems Plc•Greenlawn, NY

49d•$54,631 - $73,789

About The Position

BAE Systems in Greenlawn, NY is looking for a Program Quality Engineering Intern to implement tools and processes to ensure products or services meet the standards of quality, including reliability, usability, and performance. You must be a self-starting problem solver who will utilize your analytical skills to find innovative solutions to quality-related issues. Strong communication skills are essential to understand requirements and expectations, make progress reports, and present findings. In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

Requirements

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in a technical field including (but not limited to) with an expected graduation date in 2026, 2027, or 2028:
Industrial Engineering
Systems Engineering
Software - Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Hardware - Mechanical, Electrical
Engineering Management
Mathematics
Physics
Information Systems
Economics
Quality Management

Nice To Haves

Outstanding communication skills
Demonstrated teamwork and leadership experience
Capacity and motivation for hard work
Experience in the defense electronics industry
Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma practices
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Relevant quality certifications
Technical internships/co-ops
Exposure to ISO 9001, CMMI, or AS9100
Has a Department of Defense Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Support nonconformance investigations by identifying root causes and developing corrective actions
Perform hands-on work with production hardware and assist in hardware evaluations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams while also contributing independently to assigned projects
Analyze and trend quality data to identify performance patterns and improvement opportunities
Develop and maintain process maps, flowcharts, and documentation to support quality initiatives

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.

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