Manager Quality Engineering

Collins Aerospace; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Wilson, NC is hiring a Manager of Quality Engineering to lead the Quality Assurance team supporting the Fire Protection Business. You will set and drive quality plans, mentor engineers, and coordinate with site peers to improve processes and outcomes.

Responsibilities include directing production analyses, implementing quality initiatives, and interfacing with customers to resolve issues, ensuring site-wide quality targets are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• Proven leadership in QA teams and quality initiatives.
• Experience with quality systems and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor the QA team in quality strategies.
• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and engineering.
• Direct production process analyses to meet standards.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives across the site.
• Interface with customers to resolve issues.

Skills

Quality Leadership

Team Coaching

Strategic Planning

Cross-functional

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Location:US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200

Date Posted: 2026-10-06
Country: United States of America
Location: US-NC-WILSON-4200 ~ 4200 Airport Dr ~ BLDG 4200
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.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
Collins Aerospace is hiring a Manager of Quality Engineering in our Wilson, NC location to support our Fire Protection Business. This position manages the execution of the Quality Assurance operational plan. In this role, you will lead a team of primarily experienced Quality Engineering professionals or a team responsible for Quality Assurance. You will set tactical and operational plans in support of continuous quality improvement and provide guidance on the implementation of Quality Assurance plans and procedures. You will interact with different internal stakeholders from the site and offshore sites coordinating quality improvements, which are later reported to top management.

What You Will Do:

• Coach and mentor team with skills development, strategy & critical decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with direct reports, peers and leadership to develop a culture of Quality within organization and within site.
• Cross Functional Collaboration within Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Quality, Engineering, and Program Office/Value Stream Leader is essential for success
• Directs production process analyses, ensuring quality standards are met and makes recommendations for quality improvement.
• Oversee, facilitate, develop and manage plans, guidelines, policies, and processes, to ensure the achievement of quality targets.
• Leads implementation of organization projects and processes to ensure overall quality is continuously improving through site ZERO/Pro Active Quality plans and initiatives.
• Oversee quality improvement processes to ensure on-going reductions in Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and escapes.
• Manage teams collecting and analyzing quality information from multiple sources to develop long-term quality strategy and programs.
• Manage teams providing production process support, ensuring quality standards are met and making recommendations for quality improvement.
• Develop and manage processes, standards, and plans for the implementation of minimum standards and utilization of tools and methods to ensure effectiveness of existing quality processes and sustainment of quality performance improvements.
• Interface with customer counterparts to resolve issues