Manufacturing quality engineering

Job ID: 01876720Posted: Posted YesterdayStart Date: 2026-09-22Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220ACountry: Location:US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

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Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt 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. 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 Engine Center Supplier Quality team is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer to support our Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) and TF33 programs. The successful candidate will play a key role in upholding high-quality standards across our supply base to ensure all products and materials meet safety, regulatory, and performance requirements. What You Will Do:Provide technical guidance to suppliers to ensure understanding and adherence to quality requirements, specifications, and QMS expectations.Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, global supply chain, and procurement to address supplier quality constraints and ensure product conformance.Support process improvement initiatives for quality processes across both internal (PWA) and supplier activities using CORE tools and methodologies. Lead and support Product Recall activities, including root cause analysis (8D)/investigations, corrective actions, and escape management to resolve and prevent quality issues.Develop, implement, and monitor supplier quality improvement plans and performance metrics, including quality, and responsiveness.Apply, maintain, and improve quality control systems, protocols, and process control documentation to ensure compliance with requirements, objectives, and contract obligations.Identify and manage risk using PPAP core elements (e.g., PPAP, APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, SPC, KPC, MSA) and recommend risk‑mitigation strategies.Promote a strong quality culture through adherence to the QMS and Quality Cardinal Rules.Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing operations, quality, or a closely related industrial environment; Strong knowledge of quality management systems, including company and regulatory requirements (AS9100).Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and enterprise database systems.Willingness and ability to travel to suppliers and other company locations.Experience with root cause analysis, process control tools, and CORE methodologies.Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or willingness to obtain certification.We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. 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.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.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.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