Program Quality & Mission Assurance Leader onsite Tucson, AZ

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 146,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Incentive programs

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Manager, Quality & Mission Assurance for the Stinger team in Tucson, AZ. You will lead a Quality Program team, serve as the primary QMA liaison with customers and suppliers, and drive strategic quality improvements for timely delivery and cost effectiveness.

The role requires extensive experience in defense quality, EVMS, and cost accounting, with a focus on risk, RCCA, and continuous improvement across IPTs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and 12+ years of quality/engineering experience in defense.
• Experience with Earned Value Management and cost accounting methods.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and tactical quality programs to meet schedule and cost targets.
• Develop and lead a team of Quality Program Leads and QMA interfaces with customers/suppliers.
• Oversee RCCA/FRACAS processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Raytheon procedures, contractual requirements, and RCCA results.
• Travel domestically as needed.

Skills

Quality management

Program leadership

Stakeholder management

QMA interface

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-04 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807 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: Confidential 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 freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Senior Manager, Quality & Mission Assurance (Stinger Team)

We are currently seeking an experienced professional for our Senior Manager, Quality & Mission Assurance for an onsite leadership position in Tucson, AZ on the Stinger team. You will work in the Short & Medium-Range Ground Based Air Defense (SMGBAD) Sub Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) is part of the Land and Air Defense Systems (LADS) Strategic Business Unit (SBU). This strategic portfolio provides proven capabilities to our customers worldwide. You will be responsible for promoting and executing a thorough quality mindset, practices, knowledge sharing, and collaboration. You will oversee implementation of strategic quality improvements in the program and will eventually develop a team of direct and indirect reports. You will be the primary Quality & Mission Assurance (QMA) interface for the program, customers and suppliers, ensuring the effective implementation of all the QMA requirements of the program, and providing oversight and coordination to the in-country supplier quality managers supporting program requirements. This business may include some industrial participation, both co-development and co-production, domestic and International. This is an onsite position in Tucson, AZ. Relocation is available.

What You Will Do

Engage on both strategic and tactical levels, focusing on quality, cost and schedule performance, early engagement, influencing and providing differentiating quality value to program teams and customers. Develop and grow a team of Quality Program Leads. Prime QMA interface with the program, customers, and supporting Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Responsible for guidance, leadership, and support on all matters pertaining to technical quality and financial performance, and compliance with Raytheon procedures and contractual requirements. Establish effective relationships with internal and external customers with the ability to manage and influence across multiple levels of stakeholders. Responsible for quality of delivered products and services to our customers, management of quality risks, uncertainties and opportunities, leadership in resolution of customer expectations and relationships related to QMA. Primary QMA liaison on all matters pertaining to requirements, definitions, technical quality, and program implementation decisions. Develop and implement strategic and tactical QMA plans that will directly affect the programs execution and influence on time delivery. Identify and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives for processes and command media using significant conceptualizing, reasoning, and interpretation skills. Assuring inclusion of quality requirements, planning, and consistency for program estimates and proposals. Responsible for effective Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) and Failure Review and Corrective Action System (FRACAS) activities for systemic issues and to ensure extensive RCCA. Facilitate the application of statistical process controls to special processes and key product characteristics to ensure products meet end item performance requirements and mission assurance objectives. Accountable for quality performance and scope responsibility to financial Estimate and Completion (EAC) Reviews and overall Quality EAC planning. Intermittent domestic travel.

Qualification You Must Have

Typically requires Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and twelve (12) years of quality or engineering experience within the defense industry. Minimum 6 years’ customer interface management experience (i.e., Acquisitioned Customers, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)). Experience with performance to cost, schedule, and/or technical performance - including working experience with cost accounting methodologies (Earned Value). Working experience in both production and design phases of a program – with working experience in a related production discipline in operations, supply chain, engineering, and/or quality. 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

Prefer Master’s or Advanced Degree. Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) Certification or similar required. American Society of Quality (ASQ) Certification. Earned Value Management (EVMS) Certification. Experience leading a geographically diverse team. Experience with Integrated Product Development System (IPDS) or similar gate management process. Experience establishing cost estimates and Basis of Estimates (BOEs). Experience in other functional area such as engineering, supplier engineering, or operations. Working experience in solving both business and technical problems. Documented experience with successful international assignments. Working experience interfacing closely with foreign national customers. Possess an in-depth understanding of contract flow and compliance. Proven ability to effectively influence both cross-functional and supplier partners to achieve business goals. Experienced functional leader managing a > $30M budget while supporting a > $1B program. Successful track record of leading initiatives and delivering business solutions that result in reduced operating costs, maximized profit, and optimum customer satisfaction. A leader that exemplifies leading by example, strong mentorship aptitude who fosters a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and innovation. Works effectively with cross-functional teams at all levels. Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.

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.

Salary range for this role is 145,600 USD - 276,800 USD.

Benefits:

• 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
• Holidays
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

Benefits are dependent on the specific business unit and collective-bargaining agreements. Eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level and coverage.

Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirements.

This role is designated 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. This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of War, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted.

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.

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 the role being designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms

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.