Quality Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Job Description:

Job Description
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.

BAE Systems in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern to support the Integrated Survivability Solutions (ISS) product line, in the Countermeasures & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions business area. Impactful work on both Quality and Manufacturing projects and tasks to gain valuable experience!

Intern Responsibilities:

Assess compliance of parts by comparing to drawings and requirements
Participate in root cause investigations and take corrective actions
Work real issues that arise on the manufacturing floor
Data analysis and metrics
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations and Engineering
Participate and interact with other interns in sector wide activities
Develop understanding of BAE Systems Quality Management System
INTERNSHIP duration will be approximately May to August, with the option to stay on through the school year part time for high performing interns

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Pursuing a Bachelors with an expected graduation in 2027, or pursuing a Masters, in a technical field including (but not limited to) :

Hardware – Mechanical, Electrical
Industrial Engineering
Systems Engineering
Software – Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Engineering Management
Mathematics
Physics
Information Systems
Quality Management

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Hands-on experience with Electronics Assemblies
Outstanding communication skills
Demonstrated teamwork and leadership experience
Capacity and motivation for hard work
Experience in defense electronics industry
Experience analyzing data with various software tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Minitab)
Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma practices
Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Relevant quality certifications
Technical internships/co-ops
Exposure to ISO 9001, CMMI, or AS9100

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $45526 - $61491

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.

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.

Job Ident #: 119378BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

Supported Manufacturers:
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Job Info

Location

Huntsville, Alabama, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs