Sr. Quality Manager (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Columbus Engine Center seeks a qualified Sr. Quality Manager to lead the F100 and F117 inspection teams with a focus on QMS, RCCA, data analysis and project management.

You will drive continuous improvement and ensure quality processes meet customer and regulatory requirements. As a senior leader, you will develop relationships across MECOE operations, promote a culture of quality, apply Lean strategies, and implement root-cause actions to prevent nonconformities while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience to include leading teams, quality or manufacturing or operations and continuous improvement.
• Advanced Degree and 7 years of experience to include leading teams, quality or manufacturing or operations and continuous improvement.
• Experience leading product or process non-conformance investigations (i.e., DIVEs).
• Root Cause and Corrective Action experience.
• Experience with AS9100/AS9110 standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
• Proficient in Solumina G8 or equivalent Engine Maintenance System.
• Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis using Excel.
• Experience driving UPPAP core elements (PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans).
• Continuous Improvement, Lean and Six-sigma.
• Experience communicating with all levels of leadership; both written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise quality inspection teams to ensure adherence to quality standards and schedules.
• Coach employees to develop a motivated, effective team and address performance issues.
• Lead process improvement opportunities using Lean strategies to enhance quality.
• Implement root‑cause corrective actions to maintain quality standards.
• Meet and track the operation schedule for quality functions and plan contingencies.
• Modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation, control systems and protocols.
• Evaluate technical data and work instructions in support of Engineering and Operations.
• Identify and manage risk using UPPAP core elements to propose risk management solutions.
• Conduct investigations and develop corrective-action recommendations for nonconformities.
• Develop proactive quality initiatives and promote a culture of quality.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Root Cause Analysis

Process Improvement

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

Solumina G8

SAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

PFMEA

MSA

Process Flow

Control Plans

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-16 Country: United States of America Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC

Position Role Type: Onsite 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.

The Pratt & Whitney Columbus Engine Center is seeking a qualified Sr. Quality Manager. Candidates should possess experience in MRO Repair Station/Engine Center, Quality Management Systems (QMS), RCCA, Data Analysis, Technical Review, Inspection Methods, as well as Project Management.

This position will provide supervision, leadership and support to the Quality F100 and F117 BX and CX inspection teams, CMM, NDT and Bearings and Seals. The Quality Manager will ensure smooth and efficient operation of the quality processes. This will require active searching for opportunities to enhance the quality processes and the product using a variety of problem‑solving techniques, effective interpersonal and communication skills, along with technical competencies. The Quality Manager will promote excellent employee relations and empowerment of all assigned personnel. This role reports to the MECOE Quality Manager.

Other focus areas are to develop relationships within MECOE operational functions. The goal is to create a trusting relationship with an emphasis on rapid problem resolution, removing waste and variability from processes and improving quality and delivery.

What You Will Do

• you are expected to reflect leadership behaviors hold self and others accountable, encourage teamwork and deliver a quality work product – you are expected to lead by example and in accordance with Pratt & Whitney culture and values expectations
• Coach employees to develop a motivated, effective team and proactively address performance issues, as needed
• Lead process improvement opportunities using Lean strategies to enhance quality.
• Implement root‑cause corrective actions in a timely manner to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Meet and track the operation schedule for quality functions, while maintaining a quality product, plan and execute contingency plans.
• Conducts activities to modify, apply, and maintain quality evaluation, control systems and protocols.
• Evaluate technical data and work instructions in support of Engineering and Operations.
• Identifies and manages risk utilizing and driving UPPAP core elements (e.g. PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans, etc.) to identify risk in product development and propose risk management solutions.
• Conducts investigations, provides analysis and develops recommendations for corrective actions for nonconformities.
• Develops proactive quality initiative strategies and drives their implementation.
• Promote the Quality culture in the business, through compliance to the QMS and adherence to Quality Cardinal Rules

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience to include leading teams, quality or manufacturing or operations and continuous improvement
• Advanced Degree and 7 years of experience to include leading teams, quality or manufacturing or operations and continuous improvement
• Experience leading product or process non-conformance investigations (i.e., DIVEs)
• Root Cause and Corrective Action experience
• Experience with AS9100/AS9110 standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficient in Solumina G8 or equivalent Engine Maintenance System
• Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis using Excel
• Experience driving UPPAP core elements (PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow and Control Plans)
• Continuous Improvement, Lean and Six‑sigma
• Experience communicating with all levels of leadership; both written and verbal communication

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD.

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.

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.

Role Type

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.

EEO 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.

Company Overview

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.