Quality Clinic Lead/ Quality Engineer (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; City of Rome (NY); Vor Ort; USD 108.000 - 205.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) with match and long‑/l

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Zusammenfassung

Collins Aerospace in Rome, NY seeks a senior Quality leader to drive defect reviews, root-cause analysis, and cross-functional corrective actions in a fast-paced production environment.

Lead quality initiatives, mentor teams, and ensure AS9100 compliance while partnering with manufacturing, engineering, and suppliers to reduce variation and improve product excellence.

Qualifikationen

• University degree or equivalent; experience acceptable in lieu.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and root-cause methodologies.

Aufgaben

• Lead daily Quality Clinic activities including defect review, product evaluation, and nonconformance disposition.
• Prioritize and coordinate cross-functional actions to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Conduct structured root cause analysis and drive corrective/preventive actions using 8D, DMAIC, Ishikawa, PFMEA, and 5-Why methodologies.
• Maintain accurate defect records, metrics, and quality documentation per QMS requirements.
• Analyze quality data (DPPM, escape rates, defect trends) and develop targeted improvement plans.
• Support supplier quality efforts related to incoming inspection, supplier defects, and SCAR follow-up.
• Implement containment actions for escapes, suspect lots, and high-risk nonconformities.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and operations leadership to improve processes and reduce variation.
• Provide coaching on quality standards, inspection requirements, and best practices.
• Participate in internal audits, customer/regulatory audits, and AS9100 compliance activities.

Kenntnisse

Quality management

Root cause analysis

8D / DMAIC

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Ausbildung

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

AS9100 knowledge

NADCAP awareness

Quality tools

Jobbeschreibung

Date Posted

2026-08-13

Country

United States of America

Location

US-NY-ROME-104 ~ 104 Otis St ~ OTIS

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'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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Lead daily Quality Clinic activities including defect review, product evaluation, and nonconformance disposition.
• Prioritize and coordinate cross-functional actions to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Conduct structured root cause analysis and drive corrective/preventive actions using 8D, DMAIC, Ishikawa, PFMEA, and 5‑Why methodologies.
• Maintain accurate defect records, metrics, and quality documentation in accordance with QMS requirements.
• Analyze quality data (DPPM, escape rates, defect trends) and develop targeted improvement plans.
• Support supplier quality efforts related to incoming inspection, supplier defects, and SCAR follow-up.
• Implement containment actions for escapes, suspect lots, and high-risk nonconformities.
• Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and operations leadership to improve processes and reduce variation.
• Provide coaching on quality standards, inspection requirements, and best practices.
• Participate in internal audits, customer/regulatory audits, and AS9100 compliance activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and root cause methodologies.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection data.
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Effective communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Experience supporting machining, assembly. and/or special processes.
• Strong analytical mindset
• Ownership and accountability
• Ability to collaborate and influence across functions
• Passion for driving continuous improvement and ensuring product excellence

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified 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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. This role may be eligible for relocation.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.