Quality Engineer I - Microelectronics Manufacturing

BAE Systems•Nashua, NH

13d•$63,653 - $108,210•Onsite

About The Position

BAE Systems, Inc. is hiring a Quality Engineer I to support microelectronics module manufacturing at its Nashua, New Hampshire site. This role provides quality engineering support as products progress through assembly and quality control operations. The engineer uses quality control data to identify and implement improvements that reduce cost and increase efficiency without compromising product integrity. The position also supports compliance with the AS9100 Quality Management System through internal audits and continuous improvement activities, including the use of quality science tools such as Lean Six Sigma. The role requires clear communication of complex topics, collaboration with cross-functional teams, attention to detail, a commitment to customer needs, and a focus on improving processes and maintaining a Quality First culture. Work is performed onsite at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field or four years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. The full-time salary range is $63,653–$108,210. Benefits for eligible regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week include health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; life and accident insurance; an employee assistance program; a legal plan; insurance discounts; paid time off and holidays; and various leave programs. Recognition awards and other incentives may also be available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or four years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
Ability to extract data and create visual presentations, such as charts, tables, and paretos, to communicate positions and issues or drive actions.
Ability to read and interpret technical data packages, engineering drawings, Bills of Materials, component specifications, standards, and process sheets.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and willingness to learn new software applications.
Sound interpersonal skills, including the ability to interface, coordinate, and negotiate with others.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting a manufacturing environment and communicating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Experience with Quality Management System auditing procedures, such as AS9100, and continuous improvement activities.
Previous experience in a quality function.
Ability to apply, interpret, or advise teams on quality, process documentation, and workmanship requirements for product realization and inspection of components, assemblies, and subassemblies.
Ability to use inspection tools such as Vernier calipers, microscopes, and gauges.
Experience identifying, controlling, and dispositioning nonconforming material.
Knowledge of workmanship standards such as IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and MIL-STD-883.
Experience with root cause and corrective action tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, cause-and-effect analysis, and fault trees.
Familiarity with cleanroom, ESD, and FOD controlled areas.
Certification demonstrating understanding and use of quality sciences, such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or ASQ certifications.
Understanding of engineering drawing dimensions and tolerances, including ANSI 14.5 GD&T.

Responsibilities

Provide quality engineering support to the microelectronics manufacturing value stream as products progress through assembly and quality control operations.
Use quality control data to develop improvements that reduce cost and increase efficiency without compromising product integrity.
Reinforce compliance with the AS9100 Quality Management System through internal audits and continuous improvement efforts.
Use quality science tools such as Lean Six Sigma in continuous improvement efforts.