Manufacturing Supplier Quality Engineer

Raytheon; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Supplier Quality professional in Camden, AR to lead rapid resolutions of supplier issues and ensure compliance with DoD-related standards. You will interface with Raytheon factories, analyze non-conformances, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

The role requires a STEM degree, RCCA experience, and the ability to obtain interim clearance in a U.S. government environment.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in STEM and five years of related experience.
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) tools and processes.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System.
• Experience with hardware inspection techniques and interpreting engineering drawings.
• The ability to obtain an interim clearance prior to start date and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize analytical capabilities and communications skills to lead rapid resolution of supplier caused issues impacting the factory.
• Represent supplier assurance as the onsite interface to Raytheon factories supporting tier meetings and nonconforming material reviews.
• Analyze supplier material non-conformance metrics and develop action plans for top and systemic drivers.
• Investigate issues with supplied material ensuring accurate defect documentation and robust root-cause analysis.
• Assist with quarantine, containment and screening of suspect defective supplied hardware.

Skills

RCCA tools

ISO 9001/AS9100

Hardware inspection

Engineering drawings interpretation

Interim clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

SAP

PRISM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Date Posted:2026-09-03Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-AR-CAMDEN-181-CUST ~ 181 Bear Rd ~ BEAR, Highland Industrial Park (External Site)Position Role Type:OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:DoD Clearance: SecretSecurity Clearance Status:Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

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.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Utilize analytical capabilities and communications skills to lead rapid resolution of supplier caused issues impacting the factory, working with other quality functions and cross-functional teams.
• Represent supplier assurance as the onsite interface to Raytheon factories supporting factory tier meetings, layered process assessments, and nonconforming material reviews.
• Analyze supplied material non-conformance metrics and develop action plans to address top and systemic drivers.
• Investigate issues with supplied material ensuring accuracy of defect documentation, robust root-cause analysis, and corrective solutions are fully implemented
• Assist with quarantine, containment and screening of suspect defective supplied hardware.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and five (5) years of experience in related Quality, Operations, Engineering or related technical discipline
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) tools and processes
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System
• Experience with hardware inspection techniques and interpreting engineering drawings
• The ability to obtain an interim clearance prior to start date and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required . U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven success in building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams
• Experience in DoD product and process oversight including requirements, build, integration, test and delivery
• High computer proficiency, including skills working with SAP/ PRISM and Microsoft Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Six Sigma, Lean and / or American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certification (CQE, CQM/OE, CSQE, CQA, CRE, etc.)

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Clearance Information

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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, but not limited to, 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.