Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (Hybrid)

RTX; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Scholar program

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality performance for APS engines, partnering with suppliers and internal teams to ensure aerospace quality requirements are met. You will drive non-conformances and corrective actions, with a focus on continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires strong root cause analysis, RCCA/8D/DIVE experience, and the ability to manage supplier development across a portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8+ years of aerospace quality experience.
• Advanced degree in Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in supplier quality engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of quality tools, problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality performance for APS engines within an assigned portfolio.
• Lead supplier non-conformances, containment, and corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analyses using RCCA, 8D, and DIVE.
• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform on-site supplier assessments and process reviews.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and customers.
• Travel 25-50% as needed.

Skills

Quality engineering

Aerospace industry

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

RCCA / 8D / DIVE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced engineering degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-10 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-PHOENIX-3414-B1 ~ 3414 S 5th St ~ BLDG 1 Role Type: Remote 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. 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

Join Pratt & Whitney and play a critical role in delivering quality, reliability, and performance across our aerospace supply chain. As a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, you will serve as a trusted technical partner to suppliers and internal stakeholders, driving supplier quality performance, resolving complex non‑conformances, and leading corrective and preventive actions. Through hands‑on supplier engagement, process assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives, you will strengthen supplier capabilities, mitigate quality risks, and help ensure that components supporting APS engine programs meet stringent aerospace quality requirements. This role offers an opportunity to apply your technical expertise, influence cross‑functional outcomes, and build lasting partnerships that support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Own supplier quality performance for APS engines across an assigned supplier portfolio, ensuring compliance with applicable Pratt & Whitney Canada quality systems, procedures, and requirements.
• Serve as a quality representative for Pratt & Whitney in Poland (P&WP) and Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) in supplier‑facing quality matters, fostering effective collaboration and alignment on quality expectations.
• Manage supplier non‑conformances from identification through resolution, ensuring timely containment, risk mitigation, and effective corrective action implementation.
• Lead supplier root cause analysis and corrective action activities, using structured problem‑solving methodologies such as RCCA, 8D, and DIVE to prevent recurrence and improve quality performance.
• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives, leading projects that strengthen manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and reduce recurring quality issues.
• Conduct on‑site supplier assessments and process reviews (“walk the process”) to evaluate manufacturing controls, identify risks, and verify the effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Participate in supplier quality audits, supporting compliance with applicable quality standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to investigate quality concerns, coordinate resolution plans, and ensure timely communication and follow‑through.
• Partner cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and other relevant teams to resolve quality issues, manage risk, and continuously improve supplier performance.
• Expected travel to supplier locations in a defined region. Travel % to be between 25-50% of the time depending on business need.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of quality engineering experience within aviation, aerospace, or a related manufacturing industry, OR an Advanced degree in Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing environments, with a strong understanding of supplier quality engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated experience investigating quality issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Knowledge of quality tools, problem‑solving methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to assess situations, evaluate risks, develop solutions, and oversee implementation through resolution.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence suppliers and cross‑functional teams at multiple levels.
• Project management or project leadership experience, particularly in supplier development or quality improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with SAP.
• Familiarity with products and requirements for Hamilton Sundstrand and P&W Canada APU engine components.

Hybrid

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Salary

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.

Benefits

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
• holidays

• 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.

Other Information

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.

Equal Opportunity Employers

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.