Quality Engineering Intern — Aerospace & Defense, LEAP

Native American Talent; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

BAE Systems in Nashua, NH seeks a Quality Engineering Intern III (Summer 2027) to join Manufacturing Product Assurance, applying tools and processes to ensure the quality, reliability, usability, and performance of electronics. You will analyze defect data, report progress, and present findings while collaborating with Operations and Engineering.

The LEAP Internship & Co-op Program offers hands-on work, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals on

Qualifications

• Hardware, mechanical, and electrical fundamentals for electronics manufacturing.
• Strong background across engineering disciplines relevant to quality.
• Awareness of quality systems and process improvement methodologies.
• Exposure to industry standards such as ISO 9001, CMMI, or AS9100.
• Familiarity with data analytics and defect-tracking concepts.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma concepts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with defect data analytics and material to be presented by engineers
• Perform quick-check assessments within manufacturing environment
• Supplement microelectronics inspection training materials with newly released criteria illustrations
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations and Engineering
• Participate and interact with other interns in sector wide activities
• Develop understanding of BAE Systems Quality Management System

Skills

Hands-on electronics assemblies

Outstanding communication skills

Teamwork and leadership

Work ethic and motivation

Defense electronics industry exposure

Lean and Six Sigma practices

Quality management systems

Quality certifications

Technical internships/co-ops

ISO 9001, CMMI, or AS9100 exposure

Education

Hardware Mechanical, Electrical

Industrial Engineering

Systems Engineering

Software Computer Science

Computer Engineering

Engineering Management

Mathematics

Physics

Information Systems

Quality Management

Job description

BAE Systems in Nashua, NH seeks a Quality Engineering Intern III (Summer 2027) to join Manufacturing Product Assurance, applying tools and processes to ensure the quality, reliability, usability, and performance of electronics. You will analyze defect data, report progress, and present findings while collaborating with Operations and Engineering.

The LEAP Internship & Co-op Program offers hands-on work, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals on