Program Quality Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) - F-35 Production

Job Description
You don't see it, but it's there. Our employees work on the world's most advanced electronics - from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you'll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry's most difficult problems. At BAE Systems we put our customers first - exemplified by our missions: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®" and "We Innovate for Those Who Move the World™.
BAE is looking for a Program Quality Engineering Intern to implement continuous improvement tools and processes to help the team meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery targets. 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.
Intern Responsibilities Include:

• Support nonconformance investigations, identifying root causes & developing corrective actions
• Assist in ensuring delivery of compliant products on time to the customer
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute independently to assigned projects
• Analyze and trend quality data to identify performance patterns and improvement opportunities
• Assist in developing and maintaining process maps, flowcharts, and documentation to support quality initiatives

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
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.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Pursuing a degree in a technical discipline, with an expected graduation year of 2027 or 2028, including (but not limited to):
  • Industrial or Systems Engineering
  • Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering
  • Mathematics or Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Engineering Management
  • Quality Management

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Self-starting problem solver
• Outstanding communication skills
• Experience in the defense electronics industry
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma practices
• Relevant Quality Certifications (e.g., Green Belt)
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, CMMI, or AS9100)
• Previous technical internships or co-ops
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $44660 - $62088
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.
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.
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.