Program Senior Quality Engineer onsite Tucson, AZ

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced aerospace engineer to support the AMRAAM Development Program. You will apply APQP/AS9145, review engineering outputs, and drive root-cause actions to ensure product quality and program success. Collaboration with programs and suppliers is essential.

The role requires an engineering degree with defense/aerospace experience and the ability to obtain a Final Secret clearance. Expect involvement in design reviews, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with 3+ years of defense/aerospace experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience reviewing and implementing technical changes and RCCA.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Ability to obtain Final Secret US Government security clearance prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Support AMRAAM Development Program execution aligned with QMA policies and requirements.
• Collaborate with Program Management to identify risks and mitigate to meet objectives.
• Implement APQP per AS9145 and participate in NPI and product maturity reviews.
• Review engineering work products to identify defects and drive improvements.
• Lead root cause initiatives and corrective actions; support new pursuits via proposals.
• Participate in technical peer reviews of design releases, changes, prototypes and tests.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

APQP/AS9145

Quality standards

Manufacturing risk review

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Statistical tools

Job description

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. 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.

What You Will Do

• Support the execution for the AMRAAM Development Program, ensuring alignment with Q&MA policies, contractual requirements, and product performance requirements.
• Partner closely with Program Management to identify risks, implement mitigation plans, and ensure quality performance supports cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Implement Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) in accordance with AS9145 and New Product Introduction (NPI) to establish Product Maturity Use technical expertise to review Engineering work products (e.g., technical analysis, technical data packages) to identify and eliminate defects.
• Participate in technical peer reviews of initial design releases, change incorporation, prototype development, and test plans
• Evaluate technical requirements and manufacturing trade-offs to assess potential risks or opportunities and collaborate with Engineering on mitigation action plans
• Lead root cause initiatives and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Support new pursuits through proposal development.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience
• Engineering experience in the defense and/or aerospace industry.
• Experience with reviewing and implementing technical changes
• Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)
• Working experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• Ability to obtain a Final Secret US Government issued security clearance is required prior to start.

Qualifications We Prefer

• STEM degree
• Experienced in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)/AS9145
• Familiarity with Risk & Opportunity analysis and Management Boards (ROMB)
• Experience supporting manufacturing, audits, and hardware sell-off activities
• Relevant Certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, CORE, Shainin Red X, GD&T, ASQ)
• Basis of Estimate (BOE) or equivalent training
• Experience organizing and executing meetings with cross-functional partners
• Previous experience with AMRAAM hardware and suppliers
• Experience with statistical evaluation tools
• Demonstrated stakeholder management skills with effective communication for engaging Senior leadership

What We Offer

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. 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.

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.