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Principal Supplier Quality Engineer: Electronic Circuits

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BAE Systems

San Diego, CA (In Person)

$144,934 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 day ago (Updated 5 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/28/2026

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Job Description

  • Job Description
  • You don t see it, but it s there.
Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future. And you can, too. 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 missions: We Protect Those Who Protect Us and We Innovate For Those Who Move The World. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with us. We are looking for a Principal Supplier Quality Engineer with experience in the manufacturing, inspection, and acceptance of high reliability Printed Wired Boards of varying complexities. This professional will implement tools and processes to ensure suppliers have robust manufacturing and acceptance plans to deliver first time quality to BAE Systems. The role requires both experience and certification to
IPC-A-600
as well as a comprehensive working knowledge of IPC-6012, IPC-6013, IPC-6018, subordinate IPC standards/guidelines, MIL-STD-883, MIL-PRF-38534, and
ASME Y15.1. A
working knowledge of MIL-PRF-31032, MIL-PRF-55110, and
IPC-A-610
are also strongly desired. The selected candidate will also investigate, evaluate, resolve, and prevent quality issues by conducting audits, analyzing defect trends, leading continuous improvement projects, and applying corrective & preventive action tools. The Principal Supplier Quality Engineer will conduct assessments that evaluate and verify supplier capabilities, will travel to assigned suppliers, and lead multiple supplier quality projects to completion. This must be a self-starting problem solver who will utilize analytical skills to find innovative solutions to quality-related issues. Strong communication skills are required to ensure suppliers understand requirements and expectations; make progress reports and present findings.
  • Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • + Bachelor's Degree and 4-6 years of experience or 8-10 years of experience in lieu of degree + Working expertise with
IPC-A-610
(Acceptability of Electronics Assemblies), IPC J-STD-001, and
IPC J-STD-002
(Solderability tests for component leads and terminations). + Previous experience in the
PCBA/PWB
manufacturing industry. + Working knowledge of
PCBA/CCA
inspection/test, equipment and instrumentation. + Experience with electrical/mechanical inspections, product test, equipment, and instrumentation + Direct knowledge of Manufacturing processes and supply chain logistics from raw material to finished goods. + Effective, practical problem solver using structured problem-solving methods and systems. + Effective communicator, able to express ideas clearly, directly, and objectively.
  • Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • + Bachelor's degree and 6 years of expereince + Proficient experience Product Production Line Validation, test, equipment, instrumentation, and qualification of Electronic products.
+ IPC-A-610 certification favored. + Experience with product test, equipment and instrumentation, knowledge of multiple Electronics Commodities, such as CCA/PCBA, Electronic and Electrical assemblies, RF and MW Devices, Semiconductor, Passives, and Distributors. + Familiarity with APQP and PPAP and process tools such as PFMEA and Control Plan + Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and Lean Six Sigma + Green / Black Belt certification from a recognized organization + Working knowledge of the principles and the purpose of a Quality Management System + Eligibility to obtain a security clearance from the Department of Defense + Work Experience in a Supplier Quality Engineering role + Experience in Aerospace or a Defense Electronics Prime Contract environment + Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality System, AS9102C First Article Requirements, AS9145 APQP/PPAP Requirements, and Source Inspection.
  • Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range:
$107359 - $182510 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.
  • Principal Supplier Quality Engineer:
    Electronic Circuits
  • 125248BR
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