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Quality Technician

BAE Systems · Wayne, NJ

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Level
Technician
Team
Quality
Base pay
$63k–$100k
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level quality role at BAE Systems (aerospace & defense) in Wayne, NJ.

They ask for
2+ years
Tools it names
Painting / coating
Base pay
$63k–$100k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage
Openings
2 with this title at this site

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $52k–$75k. This one lists $63k–$100k.

Median of the low and high ends of 26 live postings that list pay, out of 528 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 7 other live quality postings in New Jersey.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • FDA / GMP 50%
  • Team leadership 38%
  • ✓ Painting / coating 25%
  • SAP 25%
  • Internal audits 25%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: BAE Systems in Wayne

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responsibilities

as required.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • ✓High School Diploma or equivalent and 2+ year work experience
  • ✓Experience with the quality inspection of complex circuit card assemblies
  • ✓Ability to read, understand, and follow process instructions, design drawings, and other related documentation used for the inspection of components, assemblies and subassemblies.
  • ✓Ability to utilize various tools such as calipers, microscopes, gauges, etc.
  • ✓Proven track record of employing customer-first strategy in achieving objectives
  • ✓Demonstrated composure under fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • ✓Demonstrated ability to work both independently and amongst dynamic, cross-functional teams
  • ✓Strong communication skills (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • ✓Soldering experience or solder inspection experience strongly preferred
  • ✓Technical school graduate in electronics manufacturing
  • ✓IPC-A-610 and IPC-620 certified
  • ✓Mechanical Hand tool Measurement

Pay Information

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, Inc. 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.

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Job Description BAE Systems Electronic Systems is the global innovator behind game-changing defense and commercial electronics. By 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 AC&S employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is looking for a Quality Technician to join the first Shift Inspection team at the Wayne, New Jersey facility. This person will spend their time between mechanical inspection and visual inspection against IPC610 standards. The Quality Tech will:

  • •Inspect and perform configuration of the MIDS-JTRS and MIDS programs to ensure conformity to the most recent revision.
  • •Performs following tasks to inspect electronic systems, assemblies, subassemblies, circuit cards, components and parts for conformance to specifications, following blueprints, drawings, Method sheets, schematics, and other assembly manuals.
  • •Examine layout and installation of wiring, cables, subassemblies, hardware, and components to detect assembly errors.
  • •Will perform conformal coating inspections with black light scopes.
  • •Performs Mechanical Inspection using mechanical hand tools when necessary.
  • •Work from specifications, drawings, process instructions, engineering change orders, written and verbal instruction to inspect components subassemblies and assemblies against required quality standards such as IPC Standards and J-Standard (i.e., proper component orientation, masking, soldering, conformal coating, etc.)
  • •Identify and document defects and input data into the appropriate systems for future review. Inspect subassemblies and assemblies after rework, modifications or repairs to verify defects have been corrected.
  • •Interfaces with engineering regarding technical issues (i.e., clarification of engineering change orders) and problem resolution.
  • •Performs other duties and

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