Principal Specialist, Supplier Quality and Development (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney seeks a Supplier Quality Engineer for our Machining & Fabrication Product Center to drive supplier quality improvements and ensure affordable, high-quality parts for commercial and military engines.

You will collaborate with PW Engineering, Supplier Engineering, and suppliers to resolve escapes and implement improvement plans, while leveraging Six Sigma, Lean, and quality tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality or a technical discipline, or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience and knowledge of quality procedures, quality management systems, AS9100 and regulatory agency requirements. In-depth understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9000 quality systems compliance in aerospace and related industries.
• Creative troubleshooting skills. Able to craft clear communications across teams and organization.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and external customers (such as DCMA, FAA).
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with quality tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, GR&R, GD&T elements.
• Working knowledge of problem solving and continuous improvement principles and data analysis, i.e., Six Sigma, Red-X, Lean, CORE, QCPC, DIVE. Experienced in developing and mentoring other leaders.

Responsibilities

• Drive process improvements across the board in escape management, standard work, and best practices, and promote a culture of continuous improvement using CORE tools (Standard Work, DIVEs, mistake proofing, etc.).
• Coordinate quality issues with PW Engineering and Supplier Engineering in supplier escapes resolution and to execute Supply Chain quality improvement plans with suppliers to improve quality signature and ensure customer confidence.
• Support Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB) reviews for continuous improvement and establish VCAB’s with critical suppliers and initiate and execute improvement projects.

Skills

Quality procedures

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Access

Project

PFMEA

DFMEA

GR&R

GD&T

Job description

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted:

2026-08-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 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.

Have you considered what it may be like to work at Pratt & Whitney? We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Supplier Quality Engineer for our Machining & Fabrication Product Center supporting various mod center parts. The module center serviced provides both manufactures and procures various engine hot section components such as airfoils, turbine castings, nozzles, and other critical components for multiple commercial and military engine programs. This SQE team is responsible for working closely with our suppliers to ensure we deliver affordable, high-quality parts that meet our customer’s dynamic needs. As part of the Supply Chain Quality Group, a major focus of this role is to support suppliers’ quality as well as providing quality interface, expertise, and support to its suppliers, and to explore proactive initiatives to improve our processes in improving the suppliers quality signature, and in turn provide a quality product to our customers.

What You Will Do:

• Drive process improvements across the board in escape management, standard work, and best practices, and promote a culture of continuous improvement using CORE tools (Standard Work, DIVEs, mistake proofing, etc.).
• Coordinate quality issues with PW Engineering and Supplier Engineering in supplier escapes resolution and to execute Supply Chain quality improvement plans with suppliers to improve quality signature and ensure customer confidence.
• Support Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB) reviews for continuous improvement and establish VCAB’s with critical suppliers and initiate and execute improvement projects.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelors degree in engineering, quality or a technical discipline, or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience and knowledge of quality procedures, quality management systems, AS9100 and regulatory agency requirements. In-depth understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9000 quality systems compliance in aerospace and related industries.
• Creative troubleshooting skills. Able to craft clear communications across teams and organization. Computer skills- Proficient in Word, Power Point, Excel, Access, Project.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and external customers (such as DCMA, FAA).
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proficiency with quality tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, GR&R, GD&T elements.
• Working knowledge of problem solving and continuous improvement principles and data analysis, i.e., Six Sigma, Red-X, Lean, CORE, QCPC, DIVE. Experienced in developing and mentoring other leaders.

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 employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 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.