Operations Quality Engineer II

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Quality Engineer to ensure manufacturing processes and product builds meet QA requirements. You will drive root cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and program teams to improve processes.

The role requires interpreting drawings, applying APQP/PPAP methodologies, and supporting audits. U.S. security clearance and citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in STEM and 2 years engineering experience, including quality/manufacturing.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings.
• Experience with root cause and corrective action tools.
• Ability to obtain/maintain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure manufacturing processes and product builds comply with QA requirements.
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Provide analysis and recommendations for nonconformities.
• Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and program teams.
• Participate in APQP/PPAP and audit readiness.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Root cause analysis

Quality tools usage

APQP/PPAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

2 years engineering experience

Tools

SAP (PRISM)

GD&T knowledge

AS9100 audits

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-22

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-9022 ~ 9022 S Rita Rd ~ BLDG 9022

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.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 clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security 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

• Ensure manufacturing processes and product builds comply with Quality and Engineering requirements.
• Drive problem-solving projects and challenge the status quo through root cause and corrective action investigations.
• Provide analysis and recommendations for corrective actions on nonconformities and design problems.
• Lead and drive alignment with quality and manufacturing engineers, program engineers, engineering management, operations, and shop floor personnel.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for quality, efficiency, and cost.
• Ensure projects and process control documentation comply with requirements, objectives, and contracts.
• Collaborate with team members, customers, and suppliers in a team environment.
• Read, write, and understand work instructions.
• Provide audit support.
• Utilize APQP methodology to manage the quality-production process.

What YOU Will Learn

• Advanced Quality Control Techniques: Develop and implement rigorous quality control plans to ensure aerospace products meet top industry standards.
• Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving: Enhance skills in identifying root causes of quality issues and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Navigate the complex landscape of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Develop collaboration and communication skills by working closely with various teams to align on quality and performance goals.
• Continuous Improvement Practices: Implement and advocate for continuous improvement methodologies, enhancing quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 2 years of engineering experience, including quality engineering or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings.
• Experience using root cause and corrective action tools.
• Previous experience using quality tools (e.g., Pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping).
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issues security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing GD&T.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.
• Strong organizational, planning, and action plan execution capabilities.
• Ability to resolve high-complexity problems using structured techniques.
• Experience creating and performing holistic containment plans following a noncompliance event (Escape).
• Experience conducting and completing First Article Inspections or completing the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP).
• Experience interfacing with customers to support business needs.
• ASQ certifications.
• Experience using SAP (PRISM).
• Experience supporting AS9100 or equivalent audits.
• Knowledge of descriptive statistics and statistical control methodologies including statistical software.
• Ability to comprehend and translate external and internal requirements into effective work instructions.
• Ability to understand drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines, and tool control.
• Level 4 Mission Assurance Certification (internal candidates only).

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. Th