**Job Description** BAE Systems Countermeasures and Electromagnetic Attack Solutions(CEMA) has rewarding project technical opportunities that are right for you! Engineers in CEMA work on the world s most advanced electronics to create systems that protect our warfighters. In CEMA, 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 BAE Systems. BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Principal Program Quality Engineer who will be a member of a cross-functional program team within the Advanced Compact Electronic-Warfare Solutions (ACES) Product Line s Production Portfolio. The Principal Program Quality Engineer will support a fast paced production program and will act as a leader and mentor for supporting program quality engineer(s). The individual selected for this position will be expected to perform and lead the following activities: + Basis of Estimate (BOE) + Review of program contract requirements and develop/implement an effective quality plan + Provide clear communication and flow down of program quality requirements to all affected disciplines (Engineering, Operations, and Program Management) + Production Process Verification (PPV) + First Article Inspections (FAI) + Quality Management Systems Audits + Control of Non-Conforming Materials including leading containment and disposition activities + Material Review Board and Failure Review Board participation + Manufacturing Support for Production Build including Process Review Board, Corrective Action Board and Configuration Control Board participation + Supplier/Sub-contractor engagement + Quality Assurance Visual Mechanical Inspection (QA VMI) + Documentation / Configuration Analysis and Review + Documentation Preparation for Customer Presentation / Sell Off + Presentation of Product for Customer Acceptance (Sell Off) + Driving Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities through to closure + Performance of data review activities to drive continuous improvement/zero defect initiatives **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Self-starting problem solver with a fact based focus on continuous improvement, and a demonstrated history of leadership. + Demonstrated ability to lead others in dynamic, highly diverse, cross discipline teams; experience working, interfacing and interrelating with diverse personnel both operational and technical. + Strong and demonstrated communication skills(written, verbal, visual) and interpersonal skills (listening and communication within group/team environment) + Must have strong working knowledge of AS9102 Industry Standard + Strong understanding of RCCA (8D or equivalent)problem solving methodology + Understanding of AS9145 process and tools + Must have experience in facilitation and supporting Audits + Experience in collaborating with internal and external Customers **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Prior Quality Assurance Engineering Responsibilities + ISO 9001 Internal Auditing Course or Lead Auditor Certification preferred + Hands on Experience in a Defense Electronics Prime Contract Environment + Green or Black Belt Certification + Lean Six Sigma Analysis and Tools Experience + Active Secret Clearance **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $112420 - $191070 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 Program Quality Engineer - ACES** **106666BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression