Senior Principal Quality Engineer – Aerospace Systems

RTX

Rainbow (CT)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) and retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RTX (Collins Aerospace) seeks a Senior Principal Quality Engineer to join the Customer Quality team in Windsor Locks, CT. Hybrid work arrangement with a strong focus on quality leadership across global supply chain and customer interfaces.

The role emphasizes driving customer satisfaction, product quality, and continuous improvement, with significant cross-functional influence and potential travel. Candidates should have a STEM degree and extensive experience in quality assurance in

Qualifications

Bachelor's or advanced STEM degree required.
US citizenship required.
Experience with SAP and RCCA/problem-solving using 8D or similar tools.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Experience with APQP/PPAP and AS9100 family standards.

Responsibilities

Understand customer requirements and communicate key points to the supply chain.
Apply APQP and RTX ZERO procedures plus RCCA investigations.
Develop QA plans, guidelines, and processes to meet quality targets.
Lead projects and oversee teams to drive continuous quality improvement.
Analyze production processes to ensure quality and suggest improvements.
Collect and analyze quality data to shape strategy and programs.
Review COPQ reductions and manage customer communications and audits.
Support customer presentations and audits.