Manufacturing quality engineering

Citizen, U.Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.We are looking to add to our team in Tucson by hiring a Program Supplier Quality Engineer (PSQE). The PSQE is the primary quality interface between Raytheon's organization and the external supply base. The PSQE provides both communication of requirements and performance feedback to the supplier as well as being a conduit for Quality information back to internal functions/programs within Raytheon.What You Will Do:Drive continuous product / process improvements of our supply base by identifying supplier risk & systemic performance issues and driving solutions through various tools/methodologies including, but not limited to: Root Cause Corrective Actions, Product & Process Verifications, and Statistical/analytical improvement tools such as Six Sigma and Lean Methodologies.Ensure flow down of product & process requirements to sub-tier suppliers through PO requirements, Quality Notes, and statement of works (SOW).Identify risk in the supply base and develop robust and executable supplier engagement plans to mitigate these risks.Communicate and interpret technical requirements as the liaison between the supply base and Engineering for drawing changes, and disposition of nonconformance to ensure supply base understands and complies with contractual requirements.Implement effective Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), including FRACAS investigations and Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR)Oversee and/or conduct on-site Source Surveillance, Source Inspection, First Article Verification, and Corrective Action reviews.Participate in design reviews, program reviews, process change reviews, supplier reviews, qualification test reviews, as well as Test Equipment verification and validation to mitigate escape risk, as applicable.Communicate effectively to Raytheon leadership and customers through business reviews and status meetings.Drive quality activities and support as part of hardware management teams and participate in a cadence following up on quality initiatives and metricsAbility to travel as required by program needs. Can anticipate domestic travel (Up to 50%) to support supplier assessments, audits, reviews.What You Will Learn:Managing diverse supplier base across multiple commodities (Electrical, Mechanical, Energetic, etc.).Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Problem Solving: Enhance skills in identifying root causes of quality issues and implementing effective corrective actions.Regulatory Compliance: Navigate the complex landscape of industry regulations and compliance requirements.Develop collaboration and communication skills by working closely with various teams to align on quality and performance goals.Implement and advocate for continuous improvement methodologies, enhancing quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.hardware inspection techniques, documentation reviews).Previous experience using quality tools (ex. Pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping).The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date with the ability to obtain program access after start. S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Qualifications We Prefer:Proven successes in building and maintaining relationships with multiple suppliers/ customers.Experience with one or more of the following Quality Management standards: Experience conducting and completing AS9102 First Article InspectionsExperience working with one or more of the following aerospace or commercial equivalent preventative tools - Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Lean Manufacturing, Control Plans, other process improvement tools.S. government issued security clearance with the ability to obtain program access after start.What We Offer:Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: 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