Software Quality and Process Assurance Engineer (Hybrid - Windsor Locks, CT)

Prattwhitney; Rainbow (CT); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave benefits

Job summary

RTX, a leader in aerospace and defense, seeks a Software Quality and Process Assurance Engineer for hybrid work in Windsor Locks, CT. You will support embedded software development, ensuring compliance with DO-178C and related standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements for safety-critical systems.

You will review development plans, participate in audits, and assist in RCCA investigations. Relocation assistance is available; U.S.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in Software Quality and Process Assurance or Software/Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support the Software Quality/Process Assurance function on a multidisciplinary Product Development Team under the guidance of senior leads.
• Assist in reviewing Engineering Development Plans to ensure alignment with applicable contractual, industry, and internal standards.
• Participate in audits and process reviews to monitor compliance with Engineering Development Plans and organizational processes.
• Review engineering documentation (e.g., design specs, test plans) for conformance to internal standards and customer requirements.
• Contribute to internal, customer, and regulatory reviews (e.g., milestone reviews, audits) by preparing documentation and addressing quality-related queries.
• Support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and assist in implementing process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with and learn from senior engineers; contribute to team knowledge sharing and process consistency.

Skills

Software Quality & PSA

Software/Systems Engineering

DO-178C familiarity

Education

STEM degree

Tools

SVN

Synergy

DOORS

Job description

Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

Position Role Type: Hybrid

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. 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. Are you passionate about software quality and eager to make an impact on cutting-edge aerospace systems? As a Software Quality and Process Assurance Engineer, you’ll support the development of embedded software by ensuring compliance with industry, contractual, and regulatory standards. In this role, you’ll work alongside cross-functional teams to monitor engineering processes, identify risks, and contribute to process improvements that ensure the safety and reliability of mission-critical products. You'll gain hands-on experience with programs for major customers like the U.S. Armed Forces, Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed Martin, with growth opportunities into hardware and systems oversight as your career progresses. This role will be worked hybrid in Windsor Locks, CT. Relocation assistance is available.

What You Will Do

• Support the Software Quality/Process Assurance function on a multidisciplinary Product Development Team under the guidance of senior leads
• Assist in reviewing Engineering Development Plans to ensure alignment with applicable contractual, industry, and internal standards
• Participate in audits and process reviews to monitor compliance with Engineering Development Plans and organizational processes
• Review engineering documentation (e.g., design specs, test plans) for conformance to internal standards and customer requirements
• Contribute to internal, customer, and regulatory reviews (e.g., milestone reviews, audits) by preparing documentation and addressing quality-related queries
• Support Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and assist in implementing process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with and learn from senior engineers; contribute to team knowledge sharing and process consistency

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
• Experience in Software Quality and Process Assurance or Software/Systems Engineering

We Prefer

• Familiar with key industry standards supporting safety-critical aerospace systems, with hands-on experience applying DO-178C for embedded software compliance; exposure to DO-254 and ARP4754 in cross-functional development environments
• Experience supporting Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, using structured problem-solving tools to identify issues and contribute to corrective/preventive actions
• Working knowledge of Engineering Configuration Management tools such as SVN, Synergy, and DOORS, with a solid understanding of their role in requirements traceability and lifecycle management
• Basic understanding of AS9100/AS9115 Quality Management Systems, with experience supporting compliance activities within the aerospace development lifecycle

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!

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.