Embedded Software Quality & Process Assurance Engineer

Prattwhitney; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) plan with employer con

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Job summary

RTX in Rockford, IL is seeking a Software Quality and Process Assurance Engineer to help ensure embedded software compliance for mission‑critical systems. You will work with cross‑functional teams to review development plans, audits, and documentation, and support RCCA investigations while advancing process improvements.

This hybrid role offers growth opportunities with exposure to DO‑178C and industry standards, relocation assistance, and a broad benefits package including health, retirement,

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree.
• Experience in Software Quality and Process Assurance or Software/Systems Engineering.
• Familiar with safety-critical aerospace standards (DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754).
• Experience with RCCA investigations and structured problem solving.
• Experience with configuration management tools (SVN, Synergy, DOORS).
• Working knowledge of AS9100/AS9115 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Support Software Quality/Process Assurance on a multidisciplinary Product Development Team under the guidance of senior leads.
• Assist in reviewing Engineering Development Plans for alignment with contractual, industry, and internal standards.
• Participate in audits and process reviews to monitor compliance with Engineering Development Plans and organizational processes.
• Review engineering documentation (e.g., design specs, test plans) for conformance to internal standards and customer requirements.
• Contribute to internal, customer, and regulatory reviews by preparing documentation and addressing quality-related queries.
• Support RCCA investigations and assist in implementing process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Software Quality Assurance

Software/Systems Engineering

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

DO-178C

DO-254

ARP4754

SVN

Synergy

DOORS

Job description

RTX in Rockford, IL is seeking a Software Quality and Process Assurance Engineer to help ensure embedded software compliance for mission‑critical systems. You will work with cross‑functional teams to review development plans, audits, and documentation, and support RCCA investigations while advancing process improvements.

This hybrid role offers growth opportunities with exposure to DO‑178C and industry standards, relocation assistance, and a broad benefits package including health, retirement,