Commodity Supplier Assurance Engineer- Mechanical

RTX • Clovis, MA

1d • Remote

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is the primary quality interface between Raytheon and the external supply base. The SQE provides both communication of requirements and performance feedback to the supplier as well as being a conduit for Quality information back to internal functions within Raytheon. The SQE’s role includes execution of Supplier Assessments, Supplier Engagements, Special Process Management, Contract Review/Requirement Flow downs, First Article Validation, Source Inspection, problem resolution with a strong Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) background, meeting facilitation and continuous improvement activities using Raytheon’s SQ tools and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) elements. In addition, the SQE is a key player in the management of Supplier’s performance and development. The SQE represents Raytheon professionally and supports Raytheon’s Vision, Values, Strategy and Goals in the supply base. This remote position requires maintaining a dedicated home office and conducting regular visits to assigned supplier facilities anywhere across the US. This role requires 25% domestic travel, which may include both driving and air travel as necessary.

Requirements

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. Relevant experience is work in Quality, Supplier Engineering, other engineering disciplines, supplier management / auditing
• Three (3) years of experience in Manufacturing
• Experience using aerospace or commercial equivalent Preventative tools: e.g. APQP, Product Part Approval Process (PPAP), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), etc.
• Experience using Root Cause Corrective Action processes
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Nice To Haves

• Strong demonstrated manufacturing and design experience preferably with success developing creative solutions to complex technical issues.
• Well versed in manufacturing and industry best practices
• Current DoD clearance

Responsibilities

• Interpreting purchase order quality notes and quality requirements to ensure subcontractor/supplier understanding
• Ensuring flow down of Product requirements both internally and to sub-tier suppliers and ensuring compliance with quality requirements
• Assessing subcontractor/supplier quality capabilities throughout the program life cycle to achieve full program objectives
• Identifying supplier risk and systemic performance issues ensuring root-cause analysis and corrective solutions are identified and implemented with closure plans
• Driving continuous product / process improvements using statistical / analytical improvement tools such as Six Sigma and lean methodologies
• Working with other Quality functions and Cross Business Teams (CBTs), to affect rapid closure of issues utilizing analytical capabilities and communications skills
• Ensuring Subcontract Data Requirements List deliverables are met
• Supports the First Article Verification and Source Inspection
• Up to 25% travel

Benefits

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees