Principal Specialist, Quality System Compliance Auditor (Remote)

RTX•Sacramento, CA

2d•Remote

About The Position

RTX Corporation is seeking an experienced QMS (Quality Management System) Auditor to join our Enterprise Quality Audit (EQA) team (2nd Party Audit). The QMS Auditor will be responsible for conducting second party QMS audits across RTX business units to ensure compliance with 91XX series, ISO9001, and other relevant standards. This role will involve identifying areas of strength, opportunities and non-compliance, and reviewing and approving corrective action plans. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance within the aerospace, space, and/or defense industries, along with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree (in business administration, Operations Management, Quality Management), or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance, with at least 3 years in QMS auditing within the aerospace, space, and defense industries.
Familiarity with 91XX series and ISO9001 standards.
Ability to certify within one year as an Aerospace Auditor (AA) or Aerospace Experienced Auditor (AEA)
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Current authenticated Lead Audit certification (evidence is required)
Existing AATT (Aerospace Auditor Transition Training) Certification (evidence is required).
Certification as an Aerospace Auditor (AA) or Aerospace Experienced Auditor (AEA) (evidence is required)
Experience planning and coordinating multiple audits simultaneously.
Working knowledge of ETQ/ BU Corrective Actions processes/systems
Proficiency in presenting audit results and concepts to key stakeholders and executive management.
ASQ Certification (CQA, CQE, CQM).
Existing Secret Security Clearance (for Raytheon’s DoD contracts).
CORE certification
Proficiency with audit management software and tools.
Ability to function effectively without direct supervision.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Plan, lead, and/or conduct second party QMS audits for compliance with the 91XX and ISO series of standards, RTX and business unit policies & procedures, and regulatory and customer requirements across RTX sites.
Perform formal responsibilities of a lead auditor such as audit planning in conjunction with the EQA audit planner, representing the audit team with site leadership, conducting opening and closing meetings, and daily debriefs with site personnel.
Ensure that processes, products, and services comply with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Complete and issue detailed audit reports, including findings, non-conformances, and review and approve effective corrective actions and ensure implementation effectiveness.
May assist RTX Certification bodies during site surveillance and recertification audits, including facilitating audit schedules, logistics, and closure of corrective actions.
Support analysis of audit performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Utilize data analytics to support comprehensive audit preparation and planning based on historical and current performance data.
Work closely with regional leads of the EQA team and Ops Excellence lead to support the audit schedule, ensuring that sites across RTX are audited per the schedule.
Foster collaborative relationships with functional and business leaders to promote a transformative quality organization aligned with business objectives.
Participate in weekly Corrective Action Review Board meetings to review and approve/reject formal corrective actions.
Support special audits (e.g., suspensions, major customer complaints, high-risk sites, etc.), independent assessments, and site certifications as required by RTX business units.