Quality Engineering Technologist, Sr / CWI

Job Description
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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 as a Quality Engineering Technologist / CWI, you will inspect parts for conformance and compliance to the specified weld codes, interface with the customer, and work with the Defense Contracts Management Agency (DCMA) for audits, program inquiries and product acceptance. You will use your quality systems experience and attention to detail to review hardware and documentation records as part of the product acceptance process. This is a fast-paced and collaborative program team environment.
As a Quality Engineer Technologist and CWI, you will:

• Develop, modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems and protocols for processing materials into partially finished or finished materials product.
• 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.

Note about Schedule: Typical starting time is 5:00 AM on a 9/80 schedule which allows employees to work a standard 80 hours over a period of 9 days, rather than the traditional 10-day, 2-week period. Employees work 9 hours per day for 8 days (M-Th), and then work 8 hours on the 9th day ("On-Friday"), and every other Friday, the employee gets the day off ("Off-Friday").
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• 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 DoW
• Formal training in root cause analysis
• Metrology experience (Faro Arm, CMM, etc.)
• Paint inspection experience

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79370 - $134929
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.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
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.