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Sr Quality Engineer Technologist / CWI

BAE Systems

Anniston, AL
Full Time
Senior
78k-132k
22 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

BAE Systems is hiring for a Senior Quality Engineering Tech / Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) to support at its site in Anniston Alabama. In this role, you will work on a fast-paced, collaborative program team environment, inspecting parts for conformance and compliance, interfacing with customers and defense agencies, and reviewing hardware and documentation records as part of the product acceptance process. The position offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, emphasizing a work environment driven to make a big impact and valued workforce.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished products.
  • Create, implement, and document methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment.
  • Design and assess inspection and testing processes, mechanisms, and equipment, and conduct quality assurance tests.
  • Use lean and six-sigma quality methodologies and utilize quality tools to help drive continuous improvement.
  • Assist in the creation of inspection plans.
  • Use weld expertise to assist other functions as the onsite subject matter expert.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or technical discipline with at least four years of related experience, or the overall equivalent.
  • Current AWS / CWI certification.
  • Solid understanding of Quality Assurance / Quality Control fundamentals and concepts.
  • Experience operating within ISO 9001 standards.
  • Background in problem solving techniques and analysis (A3, DMAIC, etc.).
  • Experience using standard and industry related software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database applications such as Oracle or TipQA.
  • Highly effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Able to provide guidance and extend mentoring to others.

Nice to Have

  • Combat vehicle inspection experience.
  • Experience creating and documenting inspection criteria.
  • Oracle and TipQA computer applications experience.
  • Experience working in a quality program in support of government contracts, preferably DoD.
  • Formal training in root cause analysis.
  • Metrology experience (Faro Arm, CMM, etc.).
  • Paint inspection experience.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in an engineering or technical discipline.
  • At least four years of related experience or the equivalent.

Benefits & Perks

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings accounts.
  • A 401(k) savings plan.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Life and accident insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Legal plan and other perks including discounts on home, auto, and pet insurance.
  • Paid time off, paid holidays, and other leave programs including paid parental, military, bereavement, and sick leave.
  • Participation in company recognition and incentive programs.

Working at BAE Systems

BAE Systems values its workforce and emphasizes making a big impact through innovative defense, aerospace, and security solutions. The company fosters a team-oriented environment where employees develop their skills on meaningful projects that protect lives and support national security. Working at BAE Systems means using passion and ingenuity to contribute to advanced technology and support a global mission, with pride in the work done and the purpose behind it.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 2, 2025
Job CategoryQA Engineering
Salary78k-132k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About BAE Systems

Website

baesystems.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Anniston, AL

Industry

Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing

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