About this role
Job Description
The Manufacturing Training School is seeking a detail-oriented Engineering Assistant II to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for auditing production processes, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and providing constructive feedback to the assembly staff. The ideal candidate acts as a bridge between quality and production, helping the floor continuously improve both their skills and the final product.
Typical daily responsibilities include: Conducting regular, random, and scheduled audits of the production line to ensure compliance with company and industry standards. Providing constructive feedback to operators regarding their workmanship and adherence to standard operating procedures. Documentation and maintenance of accurate records of audit findings, defect rates, and training logs. Identifying the root cause of audit findings and collaborating with the Training School to implement corrective actions and enhance operational efficiency.
Required Skills and Education
- High School Diploma / GED or equivalent experience
Preferred Skills and Education
- Understanding of production processes and quality standards
- One year’s work experience
- Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deliver feedback constructively
- Patience and the ability to teach and mentor others effectively
- Collaboration and analytical problem-solving abilities
- Familiarity with internal software and record keeping processes
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.
Benefits Information
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.
Intern
Benefits
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).