Supplier Quality Engineer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a quality-focused engineer to collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to meet stringent quality standards. You will analyze supplier data, support corrective actions, and drive improvements across the supply base to ensure high-performance engines and systems.

The role emphasizes RCCA, 8D, and PPAP methodologies, with onsite work and potential for advanced quality initiatives across domestic and international suppliers.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering, Quality, Industrial, Manufacturing or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with suppliers to meet Pratt & Whitney quality requirements and support Hot Section Mod Center (HSMC).
• Build and maintain relationships with Suppliers’ Quality and Operations teams, PW Engineering, Procurement, and support orgs to resolve production challenges.
• Analyze data in PW QLIK dashboards and SAP to implement changes at suppliers to improve quality and productivity.
• Engage with SQAR, PPAP focal points and visit domestic and international suppliers to improve supplier quality signature.
• Support investigations and continuous improvement initiatives on escapes and root causes with corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement to implement supplier base improvements aligning with customer confidence.

Skills

Quality engineering

RCCA tools

8D

5-Whys

PFMEA

PPAP

Gage R&R

Education

BS in engineering or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Qlik dashboards

Job description

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-J ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG J

Date Posted:

2026-08-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-J ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG J

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.

What You Will Do:

• Working with suppliers to help them meet P&W quality requirements while supporting Hot Section Mod Center (HSMC).
• 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. Manage supplier Vendor Corrective Action Board (VCAB).
• Conduct data analysis in PW QLIK dashboards and SAP to collect and analyze data to implement process and design changes at suppliers to improve their quality and productivity.
• Engage with SQAR, PPAP focal points and visit domestic and international suppliers to improve overall quality signature of supplier.
• Escape Management Support to Investigation Managers in Quality Clinic. Collect/Compile data and drive Continuous improvement initiatives at the Supplier in reaction to escapes, and in support of reduced. cost and lead-time. Hold Suppliers accountable for root cause and corrective actions and implement sustainable corrective / preventive action on all escapes/issues.
• Team with Engineering and Procurement to execute proactive supply base improvement plans that improve Quality signature and to ensure customer confidence.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• BS in engineering, Quality, Industrial, Manufacturing or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience.
• Experience working in RCCA tools such as 8D & 5-Whys, PFMEAs, PPAP, Gage R&R.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working in manufacturing and quality environment. Knowledgeable / experienced in AS9100 / ISO 9001 Quality systems.
• Proficiency/expertise in Quality tools such as 8D, RCCA, PFMEA, GD&T and PPAP.
• Able to react quickly to resolve issues and collaborate cross-functionally for results.

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. 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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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. 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.