Senior Quality Engineer III (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Florida; On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to lead quality activities within our manufacturing and supplier network. You will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual requirements.

You will review First Article inspections, drive corrective actions, and maintain quality data records while supporting engineering and production teams. Onsite work with potential for occasional extended hours to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plus 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• U.S. Person/Permanent Resident required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Willing to work off-hours and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary review and MRB analysis of First Article Inspection reports.
• Evaluate Collins Aerospace or supplier products and processes.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Apply quality standards for receiving, in-process, and final inspection.
• Support manufacturing reviews of products and engineering processes.
• Maintain quality data records and generate internal/external reports.
• Perform duties per the Quality Management System.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Root Cause Analysis

Documentation

Process Improvement

Cross-functional Collaboration

Data Analysis

Audit & Compliance

Six Sigma

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-25 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-311 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 311 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 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.

This position is responsible for providing quality objectives for the business unit in accordance with RTX quality policies and procedures and in compliance with applicable contractual requirements. This individual must be able to work within cross-functional teams to meet and improve upon established quality and delivery goals. The position will be a focal point for quality issues, as well as responsible for continuing to develop and improve the processes associated with compliance to Collins Aerospace Quality Standards. This position operates in the following functional areas: Quality Assurance, Quality System Validation, Supply Chain Quality Assurance, or Material Verification.

What You Will Do

• Performs preliminary review and Material Review Board analysis of First Article Inspection Reports and disposition of nonconforming material.
• Evaluates Collins Aerospace or supplier products and processes.
• Analyzes root causes of deficiencies and ensures proper corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner.
• Applies quality standards for receiving, in-process, and final inspection in accordance with Collins Aerospace and contractual requirements.
• Provides support to manufacturing operations in the review of products and of engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Maintains a working relationship with key customer procurement organizations to the benefit of the customer and Collins Aerospace.
• Maintains quality data records, compiles information, and prepares reports for internal and external customers.
• Performs duties required by the Quality Management System.

Qualifications – You Must Have

• 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
• Must be a U.S. Person/Permanent Resident “Green Card” holder.
• Must have computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Must have flexible work schedule and may be required to work on off-hours and weekends.

Qualifications – We Prefer

• Read and Interpretation of engineering drawings (Dimension, tolerance, and basic GD&T Symbology).
• Must be a dedicated professional committed to providing a positive example, developing a positive culture, and completing work on an agreed upon schedules.
• Familiar with industry specification and standards interpretation.
• Familiar with inspection methods and techniques.
• Experience leading teams with continuous improvement principles, Six Sigma, lean, 5S etc.
• Familiar with problem solving techniques like PDCA.
• Able to make quick decisions based in facts and risk analysis, even under high-pressured situations.
• Familiar with AS9102 and or First Article Inspection process and requirements.
• Familiar with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Key Skills

• Analysis - Demonstrates the ability to provide a concise analysis of a problem or situation.
• Coordinating - Demonstrates the ability to circulate information through the proper channels.
• Information Management - Uses various software packages to maintain and update documents and records.
• Listening - Exhibits good listening skills and identifies verbal and non-verbal situations.
• Relationships - Displays a compassionate attitude toward the needs of others.
• Writing - Uses language that is business appropriate in written documents.
• Speaking - Uses language that is business appropriate and professional.
• Strategic Thinking - Has a firm understanding of the organization's competitive strengths and weaknesses.
• Organization – Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple inputs nearly simultaneously.
• Initiative – Identifies opportunities and acts independently.

Relocation assistance may be available.

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. 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.

Benefits

• 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.

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.