Staff Technician - MQE 1st Shift

Prattwhitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE) in Asheville to support FAI development and Continuous Improvement on assigned hardware. This 1st shift role runs Monday-Thursday (6 am – 4:30 pm) and requires strong manufacturing/process knowledge and leadership in QA activities.

You will collaborate with cell leaders and engineering to ensure compliance, develop tooling, and drive cost reductions while delivering reliable processes and robust corrective actions.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Broad knowledge of Aerospace Industry and turbine engine parts manufacturing.
• Ability to work in a team problem-solving environment as an organizer or participant.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and able to multi-task.
• Computer knowledge and Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to execute and troubleshoot tasks with minimal supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of in-house manufacturing and NDT processes.

Responsibilities

• The MQE will work with Cell Leaders, Cell Members, Quality and Engineering staff to assure manufacturing compliance respective to the use of all existing manufacturing/process equipment, respective gages and fixtures.
• Assists in the development and construction of manufacturing cells.
• Reviews tooling requirements and aids in the tool designs.
• Orders specially designed cutting tools and other operating supplies needed to support designed manufacturing processes.
• Creates and maintains standard work.
• Improve current manufacturing processes to reduce costs and increase reliability and control of these operations.
• Gather all necessary data respective to non-conformances and provide relentless root cause and positive corrective actions.
• Lead FAI development and new Process Tryout on the Shop Floor.
• Be the first point of contact on assigned parts and manufacturing processes.
• Organize and Lead Continuous Improvement activities on assigned hardware.
• Drive actions to closure.
• Track Product Quality/Cost and identify improvements where opportunities exist.
• Provide technical help and support to all Operations personnel as required and on a timely basis.

Skills

Team problem-solving

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Computer knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-24 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Manufacturing Engineering organization within the Asheville site is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Quality Engineer (MQE) to help with FAI development and Continuous Improvement activities on assigned hardware. This is a 1st shift position with a shift schedule of Monday-Thursday (6 am – 4:30 pm).

What You Will Do:

• The MQE will work with Cell Leaders, Cell Members, Quality and Engineering staff to assure manufacturing compliance respective to the use of all existing manufacturing/process equipment, respective gages and fixtures.
• Assists in the development and construction of manufacturing cells.
• Reviews tooling requirements and aids in the tool designs.
• Orders specially designed cutting tools and other operating supplies needed to support designed manufacturing processes.
• Creates and maintains standard work.
• Improve current manufacturing processes to reduce costs and increase reliability and control of these operations.
• Gather all necessary data respective to non-conformances and provide relentless root cause and positive corrective actions.
• Lead FAI development and new Process Tryout on the Shop Floor.
• Be the first point of contact on assigned parts and manufacturing processes.
• Organize and Lead Continuous Improvement activities on assigned hardware.
• Drive actions to closure.
• Track Product Quality/Cost and identify improvements where opportunities exist.
• Provide technical help and support to all Operations personnel as required and on a timely basis.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Broad knowledge of Aerospace Industry and experience in turbine engine parts manufacturing.
• Ability to work in a team problem-solving environment either as an organizer or participant.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and having the ability to multi-task.
• Computer knowledge.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to execute and troubleshoot tasks with minimal supervision.
• Thorough knowledge of in-house manufacturing and NDT processes.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 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.

The salary range for this role is 60,000 USD - 114,000 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.
• 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.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position 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.

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.