Sr. Supplier Quality Representative (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX, Pratt & Whitney division, is seeking a senior Quality Assurance professional to lead supplier quality activities at a Cincinnati-area supplier site. The role focuses on resolving production challenges, leading quality improvements, and ensuring conformance to PW/AS9100 requirements.

The ideal candidate has a strong aerospace QA background, extensive experience with MRB, PDCA, and AS9102, and can guide suppliers through QMS processes. On-site role with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or related field with 10+ years QA/QE experience
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing and AS9100/AS13100
• Experience with quality tools (8D, 5 Why, RCCA, PFMEA, GD&T, Gage R&R, PPAP)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain key relationships with Suppliers' Quality and Operations Management teams to resolve production challenges
• Communicate to PW Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations Leadership
• Resolve open questions/turnbacks to support the disposition of non-conforming material
• Train and guide the supplier in PW QMS, MRB/QN submissions, PW-QA specifications, eSRI, etc
• Manage the ATR program at the vendor including DQR process to support material flow
• Review and approve First Article Inspection per AS9102
• Support Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB)
• Conduct surveillance audits at the supplier and support regulatory audits
• Engage with PW supplier quality focal points to resolve problems and drive closure
• Execute APQP focusing on AS13004 and AS13006
• Hold suppliers accountable for root cause and corrective action
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Quality Assurance

Leadership

Reading drawings

Supplier management

Education

BS in engineering/quality/manufacturing

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

AS9100

8D

5 Why

RCCA

PFMEA

GD&T

Gage R&R

PPAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-09

Country: United States of America

Location: US-OH-CINCINNATI-SUPERALLOY-CUST ~ 11230 Deerfield Road ~ SUPERALLOY (External Site)

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 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.

This position will be based on site at a supplier in Cincinnati, OH.

What You Will Do

• Create and maintain key relationships with Suppliers' Quality and Operations Management teams, as well as PW Engineering, Procurement, and support organizations to resolve production challenges in a high paced environment.
• Communicate to various levels of PW Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations Leadership.
• Resolve open questions/turnbacks to support the disposition of non-conforming material (MRB).
• Train and guide the supplier in various aspects of the P & W Quality Management System (MRB/QN submission, PW-QA specifications, eSRI, etc).
• Manage the ATR (authorization to release) program at the vendor including execution of the DQR (delegated quality release/DPRV) process to support material flow.
• Review, approve, and provide guidance to the supplier with respect to First Article Inspection execution per AS9102.
• Support Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB).
• Conduct surveillance audits at the supplier and support regulatory audits.
• Engage with other P & W supplier quality focal points to resolve problems and driving closure to improve overall quality signature of supplier (SQAR, PPAP MFP/SPCE, ESA/MCL, etc).
• Ability to execute APQP with a focus on AS13004 (PFMEA/ CP) and AS13006 (Process Control Methods).
• Hold suppliers accountable for root cause and corrective actions and monitor sustainable corrective action effectiveness on all escapes/issues.
• Support continuous improvement, producibility, and inspection improvement initiatives and drive implementation of projects.

Qualifications You Must Have

• BS in engineering, Quality, Industrial, Manufacturing or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years experience in Quality Assurance or Quality Engineering, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience.
• Experience working in aerospace manufacturing and quality environment. Knowledgeable / experienced in AS9100 and AS13100.
• Experience in Quality tools such as 8D, 5 Why, RCCA, PFMEA, GD&T, Gage R&R and PPAP.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Knowledge of PW specifications.
• Knowledge of Airfoil product definition practices & inspection tools.
• Knowledge of CMM inspection practices and interpretation of results.
• ASQ Certification, Red-X, or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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.

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