Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer

RTX•Tucson, AZ

1d•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

We are excited to welcome a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer (QE) to our Operations Quality Assurance team in Tucson, Arizona. In this role, you will be onsite to interface with other Operations QEs and the factory teams supporting production. You'll collaborate with various teams to identify and resolve quality issues, drive improvements, and maintain compliance with industry regulations. As an Operations Quality Engineer at RTX, you will play a key role in upholding our reputation for excellent product performance and reliability. This position offers a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in the field of Continuous Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma, and Quality Assurance. You'll lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational performance, reduce waste, drive sustainable process improvements, and perform root cause analysis and corrective action to address complex issues. If you're passionate about quality assurance and enjoy working in a dynamic, innovative setting, we encourage you to apply and join our energetic team!

Requirements

Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and five (5) years of experience in related Quality, Operations, Engineering
Previous experience in the analysis of data and development of actionable metrics for identifying areas for improvement and tracking the effectiveness of implemented changes.
Experience with engineering principles and design analysis techniques
Experience in supporting design and/or manufacturing process
Experience with project management, problem solving methods
The ability to obtain an INTERIM U.S. based clearance prior to start date. (U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance)
The ability to obtain and maintain an ATF (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) clearance prior to the start date

Nice To Haves

Existing DoD Secret Clearance
Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management System
Experience in Product/Process Failure Modes & Effects Analysis, Statistical Analysis
Motivated and self-starting team player who achieves results and continuously strives for
Six Sigma or ASQ Certification
Master's degree in engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Business
High computer proficiency, including skills working with Microsoft Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio) and statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP)

Responsibilities

Use structured problem-solving methodologies, data analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma tools to identify opportunities, optimize workflows, and strengthen quality and efficiency
Partner closely with cross-functional factory teams to implement solutions, monitor results, and promote a culture of continuous improvement
Ensure improvements align with business objectives, customer requirements, and compliance standards while fostering engagement and collaboration at all levels of the organization
Develop improvement project plans and gain approval, sponsorship, and stakeholders within Operations Quality and factory leadership teams
Document return on investments (ROI), all project details upon conclusion, and share out the lessons learned with other factories
Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams in failure analysis, Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, including identifying non-conformances, providing solutions, and tracking issues to closure
Regularly interface with factory support, factory management, hourly employees, internal stakeholders, internal customers, and external customers through face to face and teleconferencing interactions in a fast-paced environment with plenty of challenging opportunities
Coach Operations QEs through their continuous improvement projects by providing Subject Matter Expertise (SME) input on lean / six sigma and problem-solving tools and methods
Strong interpersonal skills with experience in negotiating, having difficult conversations, and ability to work well with factory management, hourly employees, and internal stakeholders