Hardware Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift in Andover, MA

RTX•Andover, MA

10d•Onsite

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. Our Operations Quality Team in Precision Metal Fabrication at the Andover, MA, factory is seeking a Senior Hardware Quality Engineer - 2nd Shift with hands-on hardware quality experience. Here at Raytheon, our Operations Quality Team assures product and process quality with an emphasis on Product Compliance, Customer Satisfaction and Continuous Improvement.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience in manufacturing or quality engineering
Manufacturing process experience (assembly, inspection, and/or test)
Experience Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) initiation / implementation
Quality Metrics analysis experience for Verification and Validation (V&V) of RCCA actions and impacts.
Experience with industry technical standards (e.g.: interpreting drawings, work instructions, Bill of Materials (BOMs), consumable materials control, process disciplines and/or tool control)
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.

Nice To Haves

Defense or aerospace industry experience
Active government secret clearance
Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques.
Previous experience managing cross functional process improvement teams with technical expertise.
Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems
Six Sigma, ASQ Certifications
Proficient in the use of pareto analysis, cause/effect diagrams, process mapping
Able to facilitate cross-functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. 6-sigma, lean manufacturing)
Familiarity with GD&T and technical print reading
Knowledge of CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, hardware installation, and structural assembly techniques

Responsibilities

Baseline factory metrics (Scrap, Rework, FPY, etc.), identify top drivers, forecast future demand for top drivers and identify areas of opportunity for improvement.
Engage Manufacturing Defect Prevention teams to ensure alignment on top priorities (using baseline data and future forecast) to drive containment, Root Cause Analysis and associated Corrective Action Implementation.
Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead manufacturing team discussions to drive process enhancements to reduce variation.
Lead/Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control Plans, SPC, etc.) using baseline metrics and future demand.
Identify supplier escapes/issues and ensure proper containment and backflow to the Supplier Quality Management team.
Perform verification and validation of improvements to understand effectiveness.