Sr. Quality Engineer

BAE Systems, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 88,189 - 149,922; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to support manufacturing and engineering operations. This role focuses on ensuring product quality and leading quality improvement initiatives across teams. Candidates should have at least 4 years of experience in quality engineering, particularly in aerospace or defense.

The ideal applicant will possess a Bachelor’s degree and strong skills in RCCA, MSA, and PFMEA. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years in a quality engineering role, preferably in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience with counterfeit part detection protocols and industry best practices.
• Proven experience managing work packages and supporting BOE creation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product and process quality meet rigorous standards.
• Lead efforts in root cause analysis and quality system improvement.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends for continuous improvement.

Skills

RCCA

MSA

PFMEA

GD&T interpretation

Quality audits

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Quality Engineer plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing and engineering operations by ensuring product and process quality meet rigorous standards. This role focuses on identifying and resolving defects, analyzing trends, managing corrective actions, and supporting tiered management systems. The Senior QE will lead efforts in root cause analysis, containment, and quality system improvement across cross‑functional teams.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field.
• Minimum of 4+ years in a quality engineering role, preferably in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience with RCCA, MSA, PFMEA, and quality audits.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency in GD&T interpretation and application.
• Familiarity with counterfeit part detection protocols and industry best practices.
• Respond to Corrective Action Requests (CARs).
• Experience managing work packages and supporting BOE creation preferred.
• Analyze quality metrics and trends; provide data‑driven insights to support continuous improvement.
• Review technical documents and contractual quality requirements.

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills

• ASQ Certification (CQE, CQA, etc.).
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
• Familiarity with BOE processes and tiered support models.
• Previous experience working with DCMA, ISEA, or other government agencies.
• Previous experience with SUBSAFE and/or NAVSEA requirements.

Pay Information

Full‑Time Salary Range: $88,189 – $149,922.

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

Health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. Additional benefits include an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance. Leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, military leave, bereavement leave, and applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program for monetary or non‑monetary awards and may receive additional incentives based on position level and job specifics.