Program Supplier Assurance Engineer – onsite Chambersburg, PA

Prattwhitney; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking an Program Supplier Assurance Engineer to support supplier quality for Defense Programs. This on‑site role partners with LEAD operations, inspections, nonconformance management, and supplier coordination to ensure quality across the supply chain.

You will work with Letterkenny personnel and third‑party inspectors to manage inspections, RTV actions, and data driven improvements, interfacing with global Supplier Assurance teams and ensuring flow down of requirements to sub‑tier

Qualifications

• Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or equivalent.
• Security clearance or eligibility for U.S. government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform in‑process inspections to ensure engineering requirements and workmanship standards.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) verification and AS9102 compliance.
• Coordinate nonconforming material processes and containment, inform internal teams and suppliers.
• Develop and improve inspection checklists and quality documentation.
• Track supplier quality metrics and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality engineering

Manufacturing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

AS9100

ISO 9001

AS9102

AS9145

Job description

Overview

Program Supplier Assurance Engineer at Raytheon, supporting supplier quality for Defense Programs. This on-site role provides supplier quality support to Letterkenny Army Depot (LEAD) product integration operations, including inspections, first article verification, nonconformance management, documentation development, supplier coordination, and collaboration with global Supplier Assurance teams. You will work with Letterkenny personnel and third‑party inspection staff to coordinate in‑process inspections, manage containment for nonconformances, perform spot checks, respond to technical questions, and support Raytheon Source Inspection activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform in‑process inspections and verification activities to ensure compliance with engineering requirements, specifications, and workmanship standards.
• Conduct source inspections and execute AS9102‑compliant First Article Inspection (FAI) verifications.
• Partner with Letterkenny staff to manage nonconforming material processes, including identification, documentation, disposition coordination, and communication with internal teams and suppliers.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve inspection checklists, job aids, and related quality documentation.
• Support supplier requests for information and coordinate Return‑to‑Vendor (RTV) actions to ensure timely and accurate resolution.
• Develop, track, and report supplier quality metrics to drive transparency and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with a global Supplier Assurance team and interface with feeder suppliers to support quality alignment, issue resolution, and adherence to standards.
• Ensure flow down of product requirements to sub‑tier suppliers through PO requirements, Quality Notes, and Statements of Work; interpret and explain these requirements to ensure supply base compliance.
• Drive continuous product/process improvements of the supply base using root cause analysis, Six Sigma, Lean, and other analytical tools; apply APQP processes for supplier performance and engagement.
• Participate on multi‑functional teams in problem resolution and continuous improvement efforts; support containment activities for discrepant material.
• Drive the supplier corrective action process, ensure containment, closed‑loop root cause corrective action, and communicate issues and resolutions to stakeholders.

Qualifications you must have

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 3 years of experience.
• Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience with one or more Quality Management standards: ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9102, AS9103, AS9145, or MDA Assurance Provisions.
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance required prior to start date; U.S. citizenship required for clearance eligibility.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM).
• Experience interpreting schematic drawings and hardware inspection techniques.
• Experience generating and presenting metrics to leadership and suppliers.
• Knowledge of industry standards (ANSI, CMMI, ASTM, etc.).
• Certifications in Six Sigma, Lean, ASQ, ISO 9001 Auditor; experience with cables/wiring harnesses, electro‑mechanical assemblies, machined components, or final integration of end items.
• GD&T knowledge; experience with SPC, APQP, PPAP, and continuous improvement in supplier settings.
• Experience with special manufacturing processes and their management; First Article Inspection and AS9102 management.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external partners, including international/global teams.

What We Offer

RTX values safety, trust, respect, accountability, collaboration, and innovation. The company provides a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. This is a U.S.‑based role with potential relocation assistance noted as not offered for this opportunity.

Additional information

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. 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 protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms apply.