Operations Quality Engineer II

Raytheon; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon Technologies seeks an Operations Quality Engineer to join the Sensors Operations Quality team in Andover, MA. This role emphasizes product and process quality with a focus on APQP, PFMEA, SPC, and corrective actions to reduce variation.

The candidate will baseline metrics, engage defect prevention, and lead cross-functional teams to implement improvements while ensuring compliance with DoD security requirements and ISO 9001/AS9100 standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field; minimum 2 years engineering experience.
• Manufacturing process experience: assembly, inspection, or test.
• Experience working in cross-functional process-improvement teams.
• Experience identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience with quality metrics to drive root-cause actions.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Baseline factory metrics (scrap, rework, FPY); identify top drivers and opportunities.
• Engage MFG Defect Prevention teams to drive containment and corrective actions.
• Lead process walks, operator observations, and team discussions to reduce variation.
• Lead APQP initiatives (PFMEA, control plans, SPC) using baseline metrics.
• Identify supplier issues and coordinate with Supplier Quality Management.
• Verify and validate improvements to assess effectiveness.

Skills

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

APQP

MFG defect prevention

Quality metrics

ISO 9001/AS9100

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Tools

BOMs

SPC

Pareto analysis

Job description

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN2 ~ 352 Lowell St ~ AN2 HAMPSHIRE BLDG

Date Posted:

2026-08-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN2 ~ 352 Lowell St ~ AN2 HAMPSHIRE BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain 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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

We are seeking an Operations Quality Engineer with hands-on hardware quality experience to become a key part of the Sensors Operations Quality organization. Here at Raytheon, our Operations Quality Team assures product and process quality with an emphasis on Product Compliance, Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement.

What You Will Do

• Baseline factory metrics (Scrap, Rework, FPY, etc.), identify top drivers, forecast future demand for top drivers and identify areas of opportunity for improvement.


• Engage MFG Defect Prevention teams to ensure alignment on top priorities (using baseline data and future forecast) to drive containment, Root Cause Analysis and associated Corrective Action Implementation.


• Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead MFG team discussions to drive process enhancements to reduce variation.


• Lead/Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control Plans, SPC, etc.) using baseline metrics and future demand.


• Identify supplier escapes/issues and ensure proper containment and backflow to the Supplier Quality Management team.


• Perform verification and validation of improvements to understand effectiveness.

Expectations of the role

• Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques.


• Experience with industry technical standards, interpreting drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines and tool control


• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems

Six Sigma, ASQ Certifications

• Proficient in the use of pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping


• Able to facilitate cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. Six-sigma, lean manufacturing)

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or other technical field of study, and a minimum of two (2) years related engineering experience


• Manufacturing process experience in one of the following processes (assembly, inspection, test)


• Previous experience working in cross functional process improvement teams.


• Experience in identifying root cause and initiating/implementing effective short-term and long-term corrective actions


• Experience with quality metrics that may be used to drive true root cause and long-term corrective actions.


• The ability to obtain 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

• Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques.


• Experience with industry technical standards, interpreting drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines and tool control


• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems

Six Sigma, ASQ Certifications

• Proficient in the use of pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping


• Able to facilitate cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. Six-sigma, lean manufacturing)


• Existing US DoD Secret (or higher) clearance

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

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, 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.

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