Manufacturing Supplier Quality Engineer

RTX•Tucson, AZ

2d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supplier Quality Engineer leads rapid resolution of supplier-caused issues that affect factory operations. The role analyzes supplied-material nonconformance data, identifies top and systemic drivers, and develops action plans. It investigates supplied-material issues to confirm nonconformance accuracy, ensure robust root-cause analysis, and verify corrective solutions are fully implemented. The engineer communicates supplied-part issues to suppliers and stakeholders and assists with quarantine, containment, and screening of suspect defective hardware. This is an onsite position at RTX’s Tucson, Arizona campus. Relocation assistance is not provided. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance before the start date; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility. The stated salary range is $68,900–$131,100. Eligible applicants may receive benefits and may be eligible for annual incentive compensation, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), typically, and two years of experience in Quality, Operations, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action processes.
Experience with hardware inspection techniques and interpreting engineering drawings.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance before the start date; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Existing DoD Secret Clearance.
Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
Demonstrated success building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
High computer proficiency, including SAP/PRISM and Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Six Sigma, Lean, and/or American Society for Quality certification (CQE, CQM/OE, CSQE, CQA, CRE, etc.).
Experience in DoD product and process oversight, including requirements, build, integration, test, and delivery.

Responsibilities

Lead rapid resolution of supplier-caused issues affecting the factory, working with quality functions and cross-functional teams.
Analyze supplied-material nonconformance data and develop action plans to address top and systemic drivers.
Investigate supplied-material issues, verify nonconformance accuracy, conduct robust root-cause analysis, and ensure corrective solutions are implemented.
Communicate supplied-part issues affecting the factory to suppliers and stakeholders.
Assist with quarantine, containment, and screening of suspect defective supplied hardware.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Short-term and 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.
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs; payments are not guaranteed.