Sr. Mgr, Engineering - Design Quality (Onsite - Richardson, TX or Sterling, VA)

Prattwhitney; Oak Grove (VA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX in the United States seeks a Sr. Engineering Manager - Design Quality to lead the Design Quality Assurance organization, drive strategic quality improvements, and mentor a high-performing team.

The role is onsite in Richardson, TX or Sterling, VA, with travel up to 25% and a requirement for active or eligible SECRET clearance. The position emphasizes strategic leadership, COPQ reduction, data-driven quality strategies, and cross-functional collaboration to elevate our aerospace and defense

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years of experience or an Advanced Degree with at least 7 years.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Experience with design and development engineering, including Systems and Software Engineering.
• Experience leading a team in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic quality plans and policies to hit targets.
• Direct organization-wide projects to improve product quality and COPQ.
• Oversee data collection and analysis to inform long-term quality strategy.
• Lead process analyses and recommend improvements for standards compliance.
• Develop and mentor team members to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Foster partnerships with leaders to align quality with business goals.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Quality Management

Data-Driven Insights

Process Improvement

Talent Development

Collaborative Partnerships

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Tools

AS9100

DO-178

Lean Six Sigma

Systems Engineering

Software Engineering

Job description

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 Aerospace & Technology is looking to hire a Sr. Engineering Manager - Design Quality who has a passion for problem solving and developing high-performing teams. You will be part of the Design Quality Assurance organization, working closely with stakeholders to ensure the quality of exciting new design products and develop continual improvement solutions.

This role will be worked onsite in Richardson, TX or Sterling, VA, address: 22640 Davis Dr, and will require an active or ability to obtain a SECRET clearance. Relocation assistance is available. Travel 25%.

What You Will Do:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans, guidelines, and policies to achieve quality targets and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Quality Management: Direct the development and implementation of organization-wide projects and processes to enhance overall product quality and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and escapes.
• Data-Driven Insights: Oversee the collection and analysis of quality data from various sources to develop long-term quality strategies and programs.
• Process Improvement: Lead process analyses to ensure compliance with quality standards, making recommendations for enhancements as needed.
• Talent Development: Develop and mentor team members, establishing a strong talent pipeline to support current and future business needs.
• Collaborative Partnerships: Foster collaborative relationships with functional and business leaders to promote a transformative quality organization aligned with business objectives.

What You Will Learn:

Involvement in ensuring the quality of our exciting products.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience with non-recurring or design and development engineering, including Systems and Software Engineering.
• Experience leading a team in a professional environment.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in Quality Management Systems and regulatory requirements (i.e. AS9100, AS9145, DO-178, etc.).
• Experience in Continuous Process Improvement methods, Lean Six Sigma, or ASQ certifications.
• Experience in engineering practices.

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 145,600 USD - 276,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

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.