Job Description
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The Phoenix, Arizona site of BAE Systems in support of Combat Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer. In this role as a Senior Quality Engineer, you will be charged to support several products within a given program area/market segment. You'll work in an Integrated Project Team (IPT) environment and be responsible for coordinating all aspects of quality for the team.

As a senior level Quality Engineer, you will:

Provide oversight of all aspects of product quality relating to assigned programs including inspection methods, data collection, data analysis, non-conforming material dispositions, and product/ process quality assurance.
Investigate and produce corrective actions meeting on-time submittal and acceptable quality standards for root cause analysis and preventative action effectiveness.
Ensure on-time implementation of corrective actions and verification of preventative action effectiveness.
Coordinate and lead Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
Support Supplier Quality Engineering and support source inspections, process audits and implementation of supplier development plans on an as-needed basis.
Support company proposal efforts by providing quality labor and materials estimates using various estimating tools such as Basis of Estimate (BOEs) and ProPricer.
Gather and report results from weekly and monthly quality metrics for all assigned programs.
Perform continuous improvement activities to improve departmental and/or program capability in areas of inspection, cost of quality, quantitative process control or general process efficiency.
Interface with DCMA representatives as required.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Typically, this position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical degree, and four years of experience supporting Quality Assurance, or the overall equivalent.
Quality experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Prior experience with the deployment and management of a Quality Management System (QMS).
Familiarity and working knowledge of the AS9100D / ISO 9001 standard.
Strength in planning, time management, and organization.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Current or ability to obtain a security clearance.
Computer literacy particularly in MS Office Suite.
Able to support on-site at the Phoenix, AZ location.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience operating in an organization with government quality oversight.
Familiarity with FAR/DFAR requirements.
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and/or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).
Lean and process improvement tools/methods, Six Sigma, SPC techniques, and PFMEA.
Proficiency in statistical software (Minitab, JMP, Infinity QS, etc.)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.