Job Description

Job Description

How does it feel to be part of a team that is driven to make a big impact for our customers? Empowering.

BAE Systems is looking for a Quality Technician who is excited to join a leading top tier global aerospace & defense enterprise as part of the C4ISR business area.  This role is a full time, onsite position located in Fort Wayne, IN. 

As a Quality Technician you will leverage your knowledge and experience to help the team meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery targets. This role focuses on communication with internal and external customers, supporting continuous improvement, and helping the team make decisions and drive actions based on data.
Responsibilities include:

• Perform final Quality review (sell-off) of hardware
• Collaborate with Operation as needed
• Reviewing and analyzing data to improve yields and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Participating in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities
• Control of non-conforming materials, including leading containment, disposition activities and perform audits as needed
• Supporting production through Corrective Action Board
• Participating in Production Process Verification (PPV) / First Article Inspections (FAI) activities

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems

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.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Required Skills and Education

• High School degree and 1-2+ years of experience
• Basic understanding of quality science tools (8D RCCA, SPC, Auditing)
• Self-starting problem solver with a fact-based focus on continuous improvement
• Organized; capable of juggling several tasks simultaneously
• Ability to execute in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Team-oriented; ability and desire to work with a cross-functional team
• Ability to obtain Secret clearance

Preferred Skills and Education

• Familiarity with relevant industry standards (AS9100, AS9102, AS9145, IPC-A-610)
• Familiarity with electronic manufacturing
• Active Secret or higher clearance

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a High School Diploma and 2 years work experience or equivalent experience