Internal (1st Party) Quality Auditor – Aerospace (Remote)

RTX•Washington, DC

5d•$86,800 - $165,200•Remote

About The Position

At 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. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Are you ready to drive quality excellence across aerospace operations? As an Internal Auditor, you will serve as both Lead Auditor and Team Auditor, supporting the planning, execution, and follow-up of internal audits. This role is critical for ensuring compliance with QMS requirements, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and enhancing operational performance. Do you have the expertise to balance hands-on auditing with strategic insights and stakeholder engagement? Join us to make a measurable impact across our sites in the western region of North and South America. We prefer that you reside within the supported western region. Travel to regional sites will be required.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience
3+ years of experience in quality assurance or auditing within aerospace or manufacturing.
Certified or trained as an Internal or Lead Auditor for AS9100, AS9110, or AS9120.
Prior experience with ISO 9001 and AS91XX standards.
Prior experience using ETQ or other electronic quality management systems.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Quality, Aerospace, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience in AS9110-certified Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) environments.
Familiarity with NADCAP, FAA Part 145, DoD, or customer-specific audit requirements.
Certification or training in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in audit data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Excel).
Advanced certifications such as ASQ CQA, CQE, or similar.
Experience leading or contributing to quality improvement initiatives.
Strong auditing and compliance knowledge.
Leadership and facilitation in audit planning and execution.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate audits, collaborating with site leadership and functional teams to define scope, objectives, and timelines.
Execute internal audits in accordance with AS9100, AS9110, and AS9120 standards, serving as Lead or Team Auditor depending on audit complexity.
Document and report audit findings, collecting evidence, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring all results are actionable and compliant with QMS requirements.
Manage corrective actions, issuing CARs, monitoring progress, supporting root cause analysis, and verifying the effectiveness of improvements.
Support sites and stakeholders, providing guidance on QMS compliance, audit readiness, and opportunities for process improvement.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging audit findings to enhance quality performance and organizational efficiency.
Travel to internal company sites and regional sites will be required (up to 65%).
Work occasional extended hours to meet audit requirements.
Expectation to work beyond current site and support sites within assigned region.