2nd shift Quality Engineer, Aftermarket MRO (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in North Berwick, ME seeks a Quality Engineer to ensure aftermarket operations meet aviation quality standards and FAA requirements. You will mentor inspectors, review drawings, and support ACE/CORE quality initiatives.

The role reports to the site Quality Manager and follows an alternate work week schedule, with typical hours 3:30PM–11:30PM. FAA-regulated facility; strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and 6+ months of experience in Quality, Engineering or Operations in regulated industries.
• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience; or Associate’s with 4+ years.
• High school diploma or technical/military training with 6+ years of relevant experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to investigate root causes of escapes and non-conformances and define corrective actions.
• Review products, processes and work instructions for compliance.
• Approve FAI’s, Service Masters and interface with Engineering and Customer Support on issues.
• Participate in ACE/CORE/SixSigma initiatives and quality projects.
• Provide technical guidance to inspectors and interface with production supervision.

Skills

Aerospace quality standards

AS9100 knowledge

AS9102 knowledge

GD&T interpretation

Quality management systems

Lean/ACE/SixSigma/QA tools

SAP ERP experience

Solumina MES experience

Inspection tooling knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Education

Advanced degree

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related

Associate’s degree with experience

High School Diploma or technical training + experience

Tools

SAP ERP

Solumina MES

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-ME-NORTH BERWICK-113 ~ 113 Wells St ~ WELLS, Rte 9 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

As the Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our Aftermarket Operations meet the highest quality and regulatory standards. You will work with a team of experts in the field that will mentor and help you learn about the world of Quality at Pratt & Whitney. You will also have tremendous opportunities for professional development and career growth. This position reports directly to the site’s Quality Manager and supports our Alternate Work Week schedule. Typical working hours are 3:30PM – 11:30PM, Monday through Friday. Comprehensive training is available and may be required on first shift for up to six months to ensure you are fully prepared for success. Flexibility may be required to support other shifts, training needs, or workflow demands, including overtime.

Typical tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leading teams that investigate the root cause of customer escapes and non-conformances and determine appropriate corrective/preventive actions.
• Perform product, process and work instruction reviews.
• Review and approve FAI’s, Service Masters, Work Instructions Interface with various Engineering groups and Customer Support to resolve technical/quality issues
• Lead and participate in various teams in support of the unit’s ACE goals.
• Provide technical guidance and training to inspectors
• Interface with off-shift production supervision to help prevent quality work stops
• QN creation/documentation through SAP Interface with regulatory agencies, customers, and external vendors to resolve technical/ quality issues
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards including AS9100, AS9102, ISO9001 Quality Stamp control Variation control and closure

Pratt & Whitney's North Berwick, Maine facility is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

Qualification You Must Have:

Advanced degree and 6+ months of experience in Quality, Engineering or Operations experience in Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defense, Automotive or other heavily-regulated industry; OR Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 4+ years of relevant industry experience.

We will also consider High School Diploma or specialized Technical or Military training and 6+ years of relevant industry experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• University degree ideally in Engineering.
• Mechanical or Quality Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of inspection tools, equipment and Quality Management Systems (i.e., AS9100)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, familiarity with geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
• Working knowledge of Pratt & Whitney shop practices & processes, quality standards, and inspections methods & tools
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, continuous improvement tools and problem-solving techniques (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC, RCCA Red-X, Fault Tree, etc.).
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs, SAP ERP, and Solumina MES.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, and shop personnel.

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.