Principal Operations Quality Engineer

RTX Corporation (old); Andover (MA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX Corporation seeks a seasoned quality/manufacturing engineer to drive process improvements, lead APQP initiatives, and coordinate cross-functional teams on root cause analysis and corrective actions. The role emphasizes data-driven containment and sustained defect prevention across value streams.

The position requires a STEM degree with extensive experience in quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100) and the ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. Onsite role based in the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of experience in quality/manufacturing engineering, or advanced degree and 5 years in quality/manufacturing engineering.
• Experience in identifying root cause and implementing corrective actions in cross-functional processes.
• Experience in developing/using quality metrics to drive true root cause and action verification.
• Experience with quality systems and standards (ISO 9001, AS9100 / AS9102).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Security clearance eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead baseline factory metrics (scrap, rework, FPY) and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Engage shop floor personnel and defect prevention teams to align on priorities.
• Drive containment, root cause analysis and corrective action implementations.
• Conduct process walks, operator observations and lead cross-functional process discussions.
• Lead APQP initiatives (PFMEA, control plans, SPC) using baseline metrics and future demand.
• Integrate verifications like First Article Inspection into value stream processes.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Quality metrics

Cross-functional teams

Lean / Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in STEM

Tools

SAP/PRISM ERP

APQP tools

DFMEA / PFMEA

Job description

Position Details

Date Posted: 2026-10-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG 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

About RTX

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. NOTE - this position does not provide relocation assistance

What You Will Do

Baseline factory metrics (scrap, rework, FPY, etc.), identify top drivers, and use future demand to identify areas of opportunity for improvement. Engage and support shop floor personnel and manufacturing defect prevention teams to ensure alignment on top priorities (using baseline data and future forecast). Drive and facilitate compliance resolution, containment, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Implementation, Verification, and Validation. Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead manufacturing team discussions to drive process enhancements that reduce variation. Lead Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control Plans, SPC, etc.) using baseline metrics and future demand to facilitate defect prevention. Integrate product and process verifications such as First Article Inspection reports and audits throughout value stream processes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree (in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and 8 years of experience in quality/manufacturing engineering OR Advanced degree and 5 years of experience in quality/manufacturing engineering
• Experience in identifying root cause, initiating/implementing effective short-term and long-term corrective actions in a cross functional process improvement environment.
• Experience in development/usage of quality metrics that may be used to drive true root cause and long-term corrective action, and in the identification/institution of verifications.
• Experience in manufacturing process with Quality systems and industry technical standards (ISO 9001, AS9100 and/or AS9102),
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong familiarity with J-STD-001, ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9201, Six Sigma, Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) or Lean experience/tools, associated tools, and ASQ Certifications
• Able to facilitate cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. 6-sigma, lean manufacturing)
• Experience with Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)/AS9145; Utilizing tools such as PPAP, Key Characteristics, DFMEA, PFMEA and/or Control Plans
• Experience with SAP/PRISM or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Tool
• Previous experience with circuit card assembly processes

Position Classification

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.

Work Arrangements

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.

Application Window

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.

Security Clearance Information

This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), 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: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

Benefits & Compensation

• 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.
• 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.
• The salary range for this role is 118,300 USD - 224,900 USD.

Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.