Sr. Eng, Quality Engrg

Prattwhitney; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a qualified quality engineer located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to support product and process quality engineering. Responsibilities include preparing quality reports and leading corrective actions while advocating for process improvements.

Applicants must possess a degree in a STEM field and have a minimum of 5 years relevant experience, including expertise in AS9100 regulations and quality methodologies. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• 2 years of experience in a product quality position.
• 2 years of experience with AS9100 regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support product and process quality engineering.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Facilitate internal and external audits for quality standards.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data Analytics

Education

Degree in STEM or related field

Tools

FMEA

SPC

MSA

Job description

What You Will Do

• Support product and process quality engineering by establishing quality plans, root cause analysis, and driving corrective/preventive and improvement actions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to enhance product quality and optimize processes.
• Facilitate internal and external audits, including regulatory and customer‑specific quality audits, ensuring adherence to aerospace standards.
• Investigate non‑conformances, deviations, and defects, implementing effective solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Provide leadership and mentoring in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing methodologies.
• Prepare and present quality reports, metrics, and KPIs to senior leadership and customers.
• Drive problem resolution through to completion for customer and internal escapes.
• Utilize Advanced Quality Planning techniques (PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow, 8‑D and Control Plans, etc.) to identify risks and propose mitigation solutions.
• Participate in real‑time problem resolution with production and Quality Clinic teams.

What You Will Learn

• Quick problem resolution by collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
• Utilize Six‑Sigma skills and tools to achieve effective root cause, corrective actions.
• Experience leading or co‑leading CORE projects, Best Teams, Red‑Team, NOE investigations.
• Opportunity to visit other Collins facilities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or an advanced degree in a related field (minimum 3 years of experience).
• Minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• 2 years of experience in a product quality position.
• 2 years of experience with AS9100 regulatory requirements.
• 2 years of experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma certification.
• Knowledge of Six‑Sigma tools and practices.
• Proficiency in quality tools (FMEA, SPC, MSA, PPAP, 8‑D problem‑solving, Six Sigma).
• Data analytics skills with ability to prepare, process, analyze, and visualize large amounts of information from multiple data sources.
• Detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Salary

86,800 USD – 165,200 USD.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning support.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts and second opinion program.
• And more.

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, 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.

This role is a U.S.‑based position.