Principal Program Quality Engineer

Job Description
We believe your career should be meaningful and empowering. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you innovate to defend national security and improve the future, you will know what it means to have the freedom and flexibility to be your very best. At BAE Systems, the work that you do will help keep some of the nation's biggest defense programs streamlined and on time. Whether it's an innovative proposal or a long-running core contract, you will be a key part of an innovative and unique problem-solving team.
BAE Systems Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) business area in Merrimack NH is seeking a Principal Program Quality Engineering in F 35 Development within the F 35 Solutions Product Line. You can help our teams solve some of the most complex technical security and intelligence challenges - all while growing your own career. Our generous benefits and compensation packages will help you secure the life you want while you help our teams advance the technologies that keep nations safe.
In this job, you will:

• Have the role of Program Quality Engineer in front of a new configuration, initial production.
• Represent Quality within Program Management Office and serve as primary Quality interface for Customer.
• Foster growth and development for lower-level Program Quality engineers.
• Quality Stakeholder for Lifecycle Management, Design Reviews.
• Provide Technical and Quality expertise across the organization and foster a "Quality First" culture within the F 35 Solutions Product Line.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree and 4-6+ years of experience or 8-10+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Must be able to obtain SAP / SAR clearance
• Must possess active Secret Clearance
• Possess strong communication and presentation skills to facilitate effective communication at all levels of the organization and across customers and partner communities
• Is a visible, influential leader who takes a collaborative approach with others and comes across as approachable; can diffuse high-tension situations effectively
• Takes responsibility for resolving technical challenges and ensuring successful tactical execution across the team
• Relates well with individuals at all levels of the organization, builds effective relationships within BAE Systems and across customer base

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline
• Technical Master's degree
• Prior Quality Engineering Leadership experience
• Lean Six Sigma tools: Green Belt / Black Belt Certifications
• Supply Chain Management experience
• Transition to Production experience
• Root Cause / Corrective Action (RCCA) experience
• Risk and Opportunity (R&O) experience
• Lifecycle Management (LCM) experience
• Design Quality Assurance (DQA) experience
• PPV-FAI AS9102 Experience
• AS9145 Experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762
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 a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.