Sr Quality Engineer

Position Overview Senior Quality Engineer – support the manufacture and delivery of advanced aircraft technology. Located onsite in Foley, AL. Relocation assistance available. Responsibilities Manage external and internal quality issues in a timely and professional manner; resolve critical issues in accordance with policy/procedure guidelines. Lead or participate in 8D, DIVE, preventive and corrective actions for internal non-conformances, product returns, supplier issues, customer complaints, and corrective action requests; provide clear and concise reports. Provide expertise and lead in process improvement tools and continuous improvement methods. Support collection and analysis of program quality data on top issues such as scrap, rework, and repair. Participate in program reviews of key metrics and strategic quality initiatives. Develop, implement, and audit inspection and test plans, standards, acceptance criteria, and procedures/work instructions. Identify and manage risk in product development, engineering changes, and work transfers using UPPAP core elements (PFMEA, MSA, process flow and control plans, etc.). Support completion of First Article Reviews. Participate in preparation for customer, third‑party regulatory, and internal audits. Coordinate preparation and management of Notification of Escapes with suppliers, internal manufacturing, and the customer. Facilitate investigation and elimination of causes of quality problems; follow‑up on corrective actions. Support development and evaluation of process capability, process control plans, analysis of out‑of‑control conditions, and process audits to improve process performance and capability. Participate in and lead Manufacturing Process Reviews. Execute organization initiatives such as Zero Defect Plan (ZDP). Travel up to 25% as required. Qualifications University Degree and minimum 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with minimum 3 years of experience. U.S. citizenship required. Experience using APQP/PPAP core elements (PFMEA, MSA, Process Flow Diagrams, Control Plans). Experience supporting Quality Management System requirements (Non‑Conformity Metrics Management, Risk Analysis, Audit support). Preferred: Six Sigma, Process Certification, Advanced Product Quality Planning, and Product Part Approval Process. Experience in 8D, quality tools, 5 Whys, and SPC analysis. Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and forecast to reach goals. Strong data analysis and presentation skills for leaders, customers, and peers. Experience interfacing with internal and external customers and all levels of personnel. AS9100 knowledge preferred. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching 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: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection. Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits; Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning; adoption assistance. Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan with 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. Compensation Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 USD. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr