Senior Quality Engineer

Collins Aerospace; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks of vacation

Generous 401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, part of RTX, has an immediate opening for a Senior Quality Engineer in the Air Traffic Systems (ATS) organization in Marlborough, MA. You will collaborate across hardware and software teams to ensure components meet customer requirements and drive data‑driven quality improvements.

The role requires a university degree with 5+ years of relevant experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years). U.S.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Must be a US Citizen with current FAA clearance or ability to obtain.
• Experience with analytical skills in root‑cause analysis and/or corrective/preventive actions.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, Power Point, SAP applications, Atlassian tool suite, CAD and/or Visio.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hardware, software, electrical, and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration of components.
• Review technical documentation for conformance to requirements.
• Participate in test and evaluation of components and systems.
• Interface with suppliers/customers to resolve concerns and mitigate risk.
• Present requirement verification and formal product acceptance.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Quality Assurance

Education

University degree in a related field

Advanced degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Atlassian tool suite

CAD/Visio

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-01

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA3 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 3

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

Raytheon Company, Managed By Collins Aerospace. 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.

Collins Connected Aviation – Air Traffic Systems (ATS) organization has an immediate need for a Senior Quality Engineer within our ATS team. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you will work collaboratively with other engineers in the design, development, and qualification of various hardware and software components and systems. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to successfully implement hardware and software solutions that meet Customer requirements and be required to lead data driven continuous improvement for overall quality performance of our ATS products. You will provide Quality Sciences subject matter expertise in accordance with ISO 9001/AS9100 standards and ensure product and process compliance to meet tactical and strategic objectives.

In this position, you must be results‑oriented and possess strong communication skills, capable of driving root‑cause analysis and corrective action solutions across interdisciplinary teams. Your expertise will help drive innovation and contribute to the organization’s overall success!

This role will be worked onsite in Marlborough, MA and will require obtaining a FAA clearance. Relocation assistance is not available.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with multiple disciplines, including hardware, software, electrical, and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components
• Review of technical documentation, including specifications, schematics and test plans for conformance to requirements.
• Participate in test and evaluation of components and systems to ensure they meet design specifications and quality standards
• Perform process and product assessments for compliance to company directives, project plans, procedures, and work instructionsli>
• Interface with suppliers and/or customers to resolve concerns, providing early detection and risk mitigation
• Present requirement verification and formal product acceptance, ensuring delivered end product meets requirements
• Provide Quality expertise for resolving hardware and software‑related issues, driving corrective action and process improvement initiatives
• Participate in design reviews, providing feedback, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices in hardware and software design and development

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
• Must be a US Citizen with current FAA clearance or ability to obtain
• Experience with analytical skills in root‑cause analysis and/or corrective/preventive actions
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including MS Word, Excel, Power Point, SAP applications, Atlassian tool suite, CAD and/or Visio

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with quality systems, ISO9001/AS9100, quality concepts and general understanding of aerospace/defense regulations and standards.
• Critical‑thinking skills and the ability to think outside the box
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills

What We Offer:

• 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 illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot 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
• And more!

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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 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.

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