Graduate Defence Solutions Quality Engineer

Job title: Graduate Defence Solutions Quality Engineer

Location: Broad Oak (Hampshire) / Cowes (Isle of White). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 4 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 Per Annum + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

Who we are Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description You will be reviewing products, manufacturing records, technical specifications, and drawings to confirm product quality compliance, and investigate any quality issues that arise. You will be expected to monitor and analyse manufacturing rejects, rework, and other quality data – and present information to management. Supporting the resolution of quality issues through application of problem solving and root cause analysis techniques (Ishikawa, 5 Why, 8D etc), is a key aspect of the role. This role develops your understanding of relevant Quality Systems and Projects to support delivery of products. You will undertake routine Quality Assurance activities, including but not limited to auditing, supporting Design Certification, and creation of Quality Plans and work across different areas of the business, build relationships, and energise and empower others to identify and implement improvements in their own areas.

Core duties

• Ensure operational compliance to specifications + quality standards (e.g. ISO 9001)

• Drive and support targeted Continuous Improvement activities, such as initiatives to reduce rejects or improve operational workflows, throughput, or efficiency.

• Support resolution of quality issues, the internal audit process, and external audits

• Excellent numeracy and mechanical comprehension desirable, with an interest in data analysis and problem solving.

The Defence Solutions Team Become part of the only provider of complex powerful attack warships to the Royal Navy. Services range from warship availability, equipment and facilities, management training, product development and through life support for radar, frigates and the Queen Elizabeth Aircraft carrier.

Why BAE Systems Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement you must have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: Any STEM subjects

Start date

6th September 2027

Length of contract

Permanent contract