Senior Quality Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-06-12 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-CARLSBAD-5940 ~ 5940 Darwin Ct ~ DARWIN 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 Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? What You Will Do: In this position the candidate’s primary role will be to support the shop floor. A Quality Engineer is responsible for reviewing procedures, specifications, work instructions and equipment to ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems. Responsibilities include: Verify product and process compliance with respect to contractual, technical, industry, AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and internal policies. Interface with various Engineering, Operations, and Materials groups to resolve technical/quality issues. Perform assignments involving planning and execution of a project of limited scope or a portion of larger multi-faceted projects (with engineering guidance) relating to new equipment introductions, new product launches, or new process methodologies Assist with Escape investigations. Regularly generate and publish Quality metrics including Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), Escapes, and MRB activity. Review and implement internal and regulatory requirement changes; create and provide technical guidance, training and mentor site personnel on quality concepts, process changes, improvement projects, and related quality topics. Facilitate and lead cross-functional team in failure analysis, Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, including identifying non-conformances, providing solutions, tracking issues to closure and supporting Corrective Action Boards (CAB) Ensure identification, physical control, and disposition of non-conforming material and facilitate Material Review Board (MRB) when necessary. Support work instruction development and maintenance activities by reviewing work instructions, standard operating processes, auditing processes, assuring configuration management, and continuously improve the site Quality Management System (QMS), including document control and record management. Apply Continuous Improvement and CORE methodologies to identify and resolve issues in manufacturing and quality processes. Maintain compliance documentation and records to ensure adherence to AS9100, regulatory, and other applicable industry standards; support external certification and customer audits. Development and maintenance of inspection instructions, ensuring inspection instructions meet the technical data package requirements and meet production needs Daily status meetings with the factory support, factory management, hourly employees, and internal stakeholders to manage issues. Conduct meetings to help reduce cost of poor quality and facilitate timely MRB dispositions. Develop and deliver leadership-level reports and visuals to support decision-making and strategic initiatives. Qualifications You Must Have: Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 5+ years of experience in related Quality, Operations, Engineering, or related discipline or 3+years with an advanced degree Experience in supporting design and/or manufacturing process Aerospace manufacturing process experience in composite materials and inspections. Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100 Quality Management System, data analysis; as well as development and usage of actionable metrics. Experience reading/interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions, process disciplines and tool control. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Qualifications We Prefer: Strong interpersonal skills with experience in negotiating, having difficult conversations, and ability to work well with factory management, hourly employees, and internal stakeholders. Experience in leading cross-functional teams in auditing process and product/process improvements in the factory. Experience with AS9145 - Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Six Sigma or ASQ Certification. What We Offer: Benefits Relocation Package Learn More & Apply Now! 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.