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Quality Engineer I - Microelectronics Manufacturing

BAE Systems

Nashua, NHFull-time$64–108K/yrSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$64–108K/yr
Location
Nashua, NH
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

BAE Systems seeks a Quality Engineer I to support microelectronics module manufacturing in Nashua, New Hampshire. The role provides quality engineering support through assembly and quality control, uses quality data to improve cost and efficiency, and reinforces AS9100 compliance through audits and continuous improvement. The position is performed onsite full time. A bachelor's degree in a technical field or four years of relevant experience may qualify.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data VisualizationTechnical Data InterpretationEngineering Drawing InterpretationBill of Materials InterpretationComponent SpecificationsStandards InterpretationProcess Sheets InterpretationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointInterpersonal SkillsManufacturing SupportCross-Functional CommunicationQuality Management Systems AuditingContinuous ImprovementQuality FunctionQuality Requirements InterpretationProcess DocumentationWorkmanship RequirementsProduct InspectionInspection ToolsNonconforming Material ControlIPC-a-610J-STD-001MIL-STD-883Root Cause AnalysisCorrective Action8D5 WhysCause and EffectFault TreesCleanroom PracticesESD ControlsFOD ControlsQuality SciencesLean Six SigmaGD&TCommunicationTeam LeadershipCollaboration

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Technical Field or 4 Years Relevant ExperienceLean Six Sigma Green Belt or ASQ Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking a Quality Engineer I to support microelectronics module manufacturing at our site in Nashua, NH. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed fulltime on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

See what you re missing. Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. 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 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.

Electronic Combat Solutions (ECS) has technology, engineering and program teams that educate and mentor colleagues to deliver leading Electronic Warfare capabilities. We welcome all those who have big ideas, crave innovation, want to drive fielding velocity, and have the passion to bring the warfighter home safe.

In this role, you will:

  • Provide quality engineering support to the microelectronics manufacturing value stream as product progresses through assembly and quality control operations.

  • Utilize quality control data to drive innovative improvements that will reduce cost and increase efficiency without compromising product integrity.

  • Reinforce compliance to the AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) through internal audits and continuous improvement efforts that utilize quality science tools like Lean Six Sigma.

Who you are:

  • You are able to concisely explain complex subjects in person and in email.

  • You love leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  • You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster.

  • You re always anticipating your customer s needs and working to exceed their expectations.

  • You strive for a Quality First culture.

  • You live for the details.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

  • Ability to extract data for visual presentations (using charts, tables, paretos, etc.) to effectively communicate positions, issues or to drive actions

  • Ability to read and interpret technical data packages, engineering drawings, Bill of Materials, component specifications, standards, and process sheets.

  • Proficiency with M365 applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and a desire to learn new software applications.

  • Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with others.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Experience supporting a manufacturing environment and providing effective communications to cross-functional teams.

  • Experience with Quality Management Systems (like AS9100) auditing procedures and continuous improvement activities.

  • Previous experience in a Quality function

  • Ability to apply, interpret and/or advise teams on quality, process documentation and workmanship requirements for product realization and inspection of components, assemblies and subassemblies.

  • Ability to utilize various inspection tools such as Vernier s, microscopes, gauges, etc.

  • Experience with identification, control and disposition of nonconforming material

  • Knowledge of workmanship standards like IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, MIL-STD-883

  • Experience with root cause/corrective action tools (8D, 5 Whys, Cause and effect, fault trees)

  • Familiarity with cleanroom, ESD and FOD controlled areas

  • Certification demonstratingunderstandingand usage of quality sciences (like Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or ASQ certifications)

  • Understanding of engineering drawing dimensions and tolerances (ANSI 14.5 GD&T)

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $63653 - $108210

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.

Quality Engineer I - Microelectronics Manufacturing

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How this job compares

Set against the 3,026 open Quality Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$64–108K/yr
  • US median$90–149K/yr1,917 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $86K, is 28% below the US median midpoint ($120K) — in the lowest quarter of Quality Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 30 open Quality Engineer jobs in New Hampshire and 3,026 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New Hampshire
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Quality Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (2,473 postings).
Education
1,735 of the 3,026 open Quality Engineer jobs (57%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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