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Supplier Quality Engineer

BAE Systems · York, PA

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Level
Engineer
Team
Quality
Base pay
$88k–$150k
Travel
75%
Degree
Required
Certification
Green Belt preferred
Industry
Aerospace & defense
Posted
Today

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level quality role at BAE Systems (aerospace & defense) in York, PA. You will champion a zero-defect mindset across our supplier base to ensure the highest levels of product integrity.

They ask for
degree required · Green Belt preferred
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, Green Belt, Root cause, FMEA, PPAP
Base pay
$88k–$150k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 75% travel

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How this role compares

Against 28 other live quality postings in Pennsylvania.

Base pay
About 9% above similar roles

Typical $88k–$130k, from 8 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Root cause 72%
  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 52%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 38%
  • ✓ ISO 9001 38%
  • ✓ Supplier quality 38%
  • ✓ Lean 34%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Green Belt, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: BAE Systems in York

3 other open roles at this site · 10 people we found on the quality team.

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Job Description How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering.

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer with a strong background in Quality Management Systems (QMS) to support supplier qualification, onboarding, performance monitoring, and risk management. In this role, you will execute QMS surveillance and manage corrective actions to ensure suppliers consistently meet regulatory and operational requirements. As a key driver of quality, you will champion a zero-defect mindset across our supplier base to ensure the highest levels of product integrity.

This position supports travel of up to 75%. Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing) or Quality Management and four years of related experience.

  • •This is a full-time remote position. Must be able to support travel of up to 75% across the continental United States and International.
  • •Proven experience executing Quality Management System audits in a regulated aerospace or defense environment.
  • •Lead Auditor Certification in ISO 9001:2015 or higher and AS9100D standards.
  • •Proficiency in process auditing and the ability to identify systemic gaps.
  • •Ability to write professional, technical audit reports with a high degree of accuracy.
  • •Strong organizational skills to plan and execute a complex audit schedule while tracking multiple corrective actions simultaneously.
  • •Proficiency in root cause analysis and the ability to verify the effectiveness of supplier corrective actions; experience utilizing 7 QC tools to identify, analyze, and solve process/quality problems
  • •Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • •Stakeholder management, leadership, and coaching skills.
  • •Demonstrated experience in a defense or highly regulated manufacturing environment, with a deep understanding of production-level quality controls.
  • •Disciplined time management and reporting habits. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • •ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
  • •Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
  • •Experience with APQP and PPAP processes
  • •Knowledge of Process Mapping, PFMEA, and Control Plans
  • •Proficiency in Oracle or TipQA

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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