Manager, Quality Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney AutoAir in Lansing, MI is seeking a professional Quality Manager to ensure QMS adherence and uphold high product quality. You will support daily manufacturing operations within the Lansing cell, leading quality engineers and collaborating with safety, operations, and engineering teams to meet delivery and cost goals.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement, with a focus on maintaining compliance to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Operations, Engineering or Supporting Compliance within Aviation, Aerospace, Defense or other regulated industry; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate's degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or MRO operations

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of quality engineers to deliver results while ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Lead and mentor direct reports to foster accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Partner with safety, operations, engineering, materials, and maintenance teams to meet deliverables and solve problems.
• Evaluate and approve technical data and work instructions in support of engineering and operations.
• Drive the implementation of quality initiatives.
• Perform Escape Management procedures, root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions for internally produced products & processes.
• Promote the Product Safety and Quality culture in the business, through compliance to the QMS and adherence to Quality Cardinal Rules.
• Champion best practices to reduce quality notifications, Cost of Poor Quality, Accruals, Time on Part, and customer returns.
• Represent our business with external customers and suppliers. Build relationships and actively resolve concerns.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Quality Management

Regulatory compliance

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Education

Advanced degree in Quality Engineering/Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Associate's degree with relevant experience

Tools

SAP ERP

Solumina MES

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: US-MI-LANSING-PLANT 1 ~ 5640 Enterprise Dr ~ PLANT 1

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's 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:

Pratt & Whitney AutoAir (Lansing, MI.) designs, manufactures, and repairs composite components, engine test equipment, and nacelles for the aerospace industry. We're looking for a professional Quality Manager to join our team. The primary focus of this role is to ensure QMS adherence and overall product quality, while supporting daily operations of the assigned manufacturing cell staff members, which typically is made up of operators and inspectors. This is a phenomenal opportunity to enter the Aerospace industry and hone your skills while developing skills in a thriving industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of quality engineers to deliver results while ensuring, safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Lead and mentor direct reports to foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Partner with safety, operations, engineering, materials, and maintenance teams to meet deliverables and solve problems.
• Evaluate and approve technical data and work instructions in support of engineering and operations.
• Drive the implementation of quality initiatives.
• Perform Escape Management procedures, root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions for internally produced products & processes.
• Promote the Product Safety and Quality culture in the business, through compliance to the QMS and adherence to Quality Cardinal Rules.
• Champion best practices to reduce quality notifications, Cost of Poor Quality, Accruals, Time on Part, and customer returns.
• Represent our business with external customers and suppliers. Build relationships and actively resolve concerns.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Operations, Engineering or Supporting Compliance within Aviation, Aerospace, Automotive, Defense or other regulated industry; OR Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate's degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, or MRO operations

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Quality Management Systems (i.e., AS9100/AS9110 or ISO 9001) and audit process
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE) or equivalent.
• Degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics)
• Strong working knowledge of FAA Part 145, EASA, AS9110, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Root Cause and Corrective Action experience (QCPC, RCCA Red-X, Fault Tree, etc.)
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (CORE/ACE/Six Sigma, etc.)
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite programs, SAP ERP, Solumina MES
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel, external customers and regulatory agencies (i.e. DCMA, FAA, etc.).

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD.