Principal Supplier Engineer - multiple opportunities

Pratt & Whitney; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is looking for a Principal Supplier Engineer to join their Commodity Supplier Assurance team remotely. The role requires 8 years of experience in engineering and supplier management. You will communicate technical requirements, evaluate supplier performance, and manage product non-conformances. Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain a security clearance. This remote role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to critical defense projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience in engineering or technical supplier management.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders in cross-functional businesses.
• Must be a U.S. citizen to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and translate technical data packages to suppliers.
• Perform technical evaluations in support of cost and price analysis.
• Lead evaluations of supplier requests for product and process changes.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Supplier performance management

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)

Master’s Degree in Business Administration or related fields

Job description

Overview

Date Posted: 2025-09-03

Country: United States of America

Location: RFL99: RTN Remote, Florida

Position Role Type: Remote

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: DoD Clearance: Secret

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Role Description: The Commodity Supplier Assurance organization has an opportunity for a talented professional to join our team in a critical Supplier Engineering remote role within our commodity team as a Principal Supplier Engineer. You will be involved in all aspects of planning and executing the production of our wide range of weapon systems, from tactical missiles to strategic defense products. You will provide technical knowledge & process capability expertise to improve supplier performance. You will be involved in all phases of product life cycles, beginning with proposal development, new product development, advanced manufacturing initiatives and continuing through production implementation.

What You Will Do

• Communicate and translate technical data packages to suppliers
• Perform technical evaluations in support of cost and price analysis
• Prioritize and execute improvement opportunities
• Communicate the technical health of our suppliers to stakeholders
• Lead and conduct supplier engagements related to capability, capacity, opportunity and risk
• Lead evaluations of supplier requests for product and process changes
• Manage product non-conformances; facilitate root cause investigation and corrective action
• Support travel as needed. Minimum 25%

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 8 years’ relevant experience in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, system engineering, manufacturing & quality systems, or technical supplier management
• Experience in a cross-functional business involving multiple stakeholders (i.e. buyers, engineers, suppliers, program managers, and/or shop floor leaders)
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Value

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing/Process/Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science
• Existing Secret Clearance
• Commodity experience related to Electronics, Engineered Items, Mechanical, Energetics, and Propulsion
• Experience with design and development of products in electrical or mechanical engineering disciplines
• Experience performing supplier assessments

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Remote/Location Note: No relocation available. Remote role; candidate must reside in one of the 50 U.S. states. Remote travel may be required.

Security and Compliance: This position requires a security clearance. Information about security clearances can be found on the US Department of State website.

Equal Opportunity: 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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with applicable laws.

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