Quality Engineer – Metrology & Measurement Systems

About the role

Empowering. BAE is seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Quality Engineer to support metrology, inspection, and measurement system activities to support our Anniston, AL facility.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support metrology and measurement system activities across manufacturing operations.
• Develop, review, and improve inspection methods, measurement plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Support dimensional inspections using precision measurement equipment including: Calipers, Micrometers, Height gauges, Optical comparators, Faro Arm (preferred), Laser tracking or portable metrology systems (preferred).
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
• Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including: Gage R&R studies, Bias, Linearity, Stability analysis.
• Analyze inspection and process data using SPC methods to identify trends, variation, and improvement opportunities.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to dimensional or measurement issues.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams to improve inspection efficiency and error-proofing methods.
• Review and approve First Article Inspection (FAI) packages and dimensional reports as required.
• Support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory/compliance activities.
• Affiliate with supplier quality investigations and measurement-related concerns.
• Maintain accurate inspection and calibration records within electronic systems and databases.

Requirements

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree in Engineering or a technical discipline and four years of experience in Quality Engineering or Metrology within a manufacturing environment, or the overall equivalent.
• Strong understanding of Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience with inspection equipment (CMM, Faro-arm, laser trackers, micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Experience supporting root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

Preferred

• Experience in defense manufacturing or a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Certification(s): ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), ASQ Certified Calibration Technician (CCT).
• Experience with: AS9102 (FAI), ISO 9001 / AS9100, PFMEA / Control Plans, SPC software and data analysis tools, Familiarity with digital quality systems (e.g., TIPQA, SAP, Power Apps, etc.).

Pay

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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings accounts.
• A 401(k) savings plan.
• Disability coverage.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Legal plan.
• Other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.
• Participation 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.