Quality Process Engineer - ACF

Prattwhitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite role

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, seeks an experienced Quality Engineer for the Advanced Casting Foundry in Asheville, NC. The role ensures quality plans meet customer requirements across the product value stream and leads continuous improvement to minimize defects.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in Manufacturing quality/process, and US citizenship for government contracts. Onsite role with robust QMS responsibilities and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience in Manufacturing, with a Quality/Process focus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements Quality signature improvement strategies and systemic controls in partnership with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Leadership role in PRTs and Technical investigations.
• Analyze and present complex data to support quality signature improvements.
• Identify and establish required QMS improvements to support this new internal product line.
• Lead activities to support FAA & AS9100 scope expansion and maintain compliance.
• Solid commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failures impact business financials, customer satisfaction, and future orders.
• Lead Process Improvement opportunities using DMAIC, CORE and Lean Strategies to enhance quality, decrease process cycle time, and reduce operational costs.
• Provide technical expertise on non-conforming material and support MRB communications.
• Define and implement plans to support business objectives including Quality, CORE, and financial metrics.
• Provide effective communication to ensure alignment as a leader within Quality and ACF organizations.

Skills

Quality controls

Root cause analysis

DMAIC

Six Sigma

Lean

GR&R

GD&T

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Advanced degree (optional)

Tools

FAI

PFMEA

DFMEA

GR&R

GD&T

Job description

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.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

Pratt & Whitney is constructing an Advanced Casting Foundry (ACF) within its Asheville, NC factory. We’re looking for an experienced Quality Engineer for this greenfield business.

Key Responsibilities

This position is for a Process Quality Engineering role within the ACF responsible for ensuring our Control plans meet customer requirements both for their department and through the entire product value stream. They develop quality controls, conduct inspections, perform root cause analysis, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to minimize defects and prevent customer escapes. Works autonomously with limited oversight from manager.

• Develops and implements Quality signature improvement strategies and systemic controls in partnership with Manufacturing Engineering and Operations Leadership role in PRTs and Technical investigations
• Analyze and present complex data to support quality signature improvements
• Identify and establish required QMS improvements to support this new internal product line
• Lead activities to support FAA & AS9100 scope expansion and maintain compliance
• Solid commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failures impact business financials, customer satisfaction, and future orders
• Lead Process Improvement opportunities using DMAIC, CORE and Lean Strategies to enhance quality, decrease process cycle time, and reduce operational costs
• Provide technical expertise of non-conforming material and support the communication and processing of quality notifications through the Material Review Board (MRB) process
• Define and implement plans to support the objectives of the business including Quality, CORE, and financial metrics
• Provide effective communication to ensure alignment as a leader within the Quality and ACF organizations

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience or an advanced degree and 3 years of experience
• Experience in Manufacturing, specifically with a Quality and/or Process focus
• US Citizenship required due to government contract

We Value

• Demonstrated product and process improvement
• Knowledgeable / experienced in AS9100 / ISO 9001 Quality systems PW Quality system experience
• Working knowledge/ proficiency in Quality tools such as FAI, PFMEA, DFMEA, GR&R, GD&T elements, etc.
• Experienced in root cause corrective action and eliminating non-conformances
• Practical DMAIC, CORE, Six Sigma experience or other Lean Systems experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively with associates at all levels of the organization
• A strong desire to succeed and pursue continued growth and developmental opportunities
• Ability to meet commitments, balance and resolve conflicting priorities
• High energy, dynamic individual who strives for continuous improvement
• Results focused work ethic to resolve issues in a timely manner

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. Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. Typically requires: 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/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Location: US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

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